TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - DALLAS NORTH
Charter School
217 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Dallas Can Academy (part of the Texans Can Academies network) is a unique, tuition-free public charter school system designed specifically for students who have struggled in traditional academic settings. Located on Ross Avenue in Dallas, the school focuses on re-engaging youth—many of whom are over-age for their grade level or at risk of dropping out—by providing a flexible and supportive path toward a high school diploma. Their approach emphasizes individualized instruction, smaller class sizes, and a wrap-around support system intended to remove the personal or financial barriers that typically impede a student's educational progress.
The academy’s mission is centered on the belief that every student deserves a second chance at success, regardless of their past academic history or life circumstances. By integrating career-readiness programs with a self-paced curriculum, the school aims to prepare students not only for graduation but also for post-secondary education or immediate entry into the workforce. Through its non-traditional model, Dallas Can Academy serves as a critical bridge for students looking to overcome obstacles and gain the necessary skills to achieve economic independence and long-term stability.
The academy’s mission is centered on the belief that every student deserves a second chance at success, regardless of their past academic history or life circumstances. By integrating career-readiness programs with a self-paced curriculum, the school aims to prepare students not only for graduation but also for post-secondary education or immediate entry into the workforce. Through its non-traditional model, Dallas Can Academy serves as a critical bridge for students looking to overcome obstacles and gain the necessary skills to achieve economic independence and long-term stability.
217
Total Students
5.0
Full-Time Teachers
43.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
77.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic | 136 |
| Black | 67 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More | 2 |
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Hispanic136 (62.7%)
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Black67 (30.9%)
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White7 (3.2%)
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Asian5 (2.3%)
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Two or More2 (0.9%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | N/A |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES |
| Phone: | (241)824-4226 |
| Website: | http://www.texanscan.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 217 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 5.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 43.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 167 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
46
Grade 10
71
Grade 11
56
Grade 12
44
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 46 |
| Grade 10 | 71 |
| Grade 11 | 56 |
| Grade 12 | 44 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 100 | 46.1% |
| Male | 117 | 53.9% |
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