Original Research by School Decision on Texans Can Academy - Austin
Texans Can Academy - Austin is a charter alternative school serving grades nine through twelve. It enrolls a small group of students, with enrollment tapering from ninth to twelfth grade. The school sits in central Austin on Rosewood Avenue, a neighborhood with moderate home values that have ticked downward modestly in recent months. Rents in the area are stable and moderate. Austin itself is a fast-growing city with a tech-anchored economy, a walkable downtown core, and access to parks and public transit, though most of the metro remains car-dependent outside central districts.
The school's student body is predominantly Hispanic, with the next-largest groups being Black and white students. A majority of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting a student population with significant economic need. Data on special education enrollment and English learner status was not available.
Test performance across the school is highly uneven by subject. In mathematics, students show strong foundational proficiency, with the vast majority reaching at least the "approaches grade level" threshold. Science and social studies proficiency is also substantial at the foundational level. English language arts, by contrast, shows much weaker results across all proficiency tiers. Across all subjects, the proportion of students reaching the highest levels of mastery is small. Only one data year has been reported, so trend information is not available. A parent may want to ask the school directly about factors driving the English language arts gap and whether there are interventions or supports in place to address it.
No graduation rate was reported, likely because the school is too small or too new to meet state reporting thresholds. No state accountability rating or ranking was provided in the available data. Information on course offerings, dual-credit or career pathway programs, Advanced Placement access, staffing ratios, or attendance patterns was not available.
As an alternative school, Texans Can Academy likely serves students whose needs or circumstances differ from traditional high schools. Alternative schools often focus on flexible scheduling, work-based learning, or re-engagement. The data does not specify what model this school uses or what pathway led students to enroll. Prospective families should visit the school's website or contact the campus directly to understand its curriculum design, daily schedule, graduation requirements, and whether its approach aligns with the student's goals and learning preferences.
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