The top reported proficiency rate is 13% in English language arts. The lowest is 0% in Social studies.
Original Research by School Decision on Huston Academy
Huston Academy is a charter alternative high school located in Stephenville, serving grades nine through twelve. It is operated by Erath Excels Academy Inc. The school enrolls a small cohort of students, with representation across the class of students who live at home and manage academics alongside work, childcare, or other responsibilities typical of alternative school populations.
The student body is predominantly white, with a meaningful Hispanic population as well. A substantial share of the enrollment qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting economic hardship among the families served. The school's size and charter status position it as a distinct option for students who may not have thrived in a traditional comprehensive high school environment, whether due to prior academic struggles, scheduling needs, family obligations, or behavioral concerns.
State testing results from recent years show that Huston Academy's students are performing at a considerable distance from state proficiency benchmarks across core subjects. In mathematics and social studies, the most recent available data show no students meeting or exceeding proficiency in either subject. Reading and language arts proficiency is low as well. Science shows a modest positive signal, with a majority of students reaching the approaches standard. The school's overall proficiency index places it in the bottom quartile relative to other districts in Erath County.
However, the context matters for reading these results. Alternative schools typically enroll students with prior academic gaps, interruptions in their education, or learning profiles that require a different structure. A student who was performing below grade level, dropped out, or struggled in a traditional setting may be rebuilding foundational skills at Huston Academy. The absolute proficiency numbers reflect this population, not necessarily the trajectory or support students are receiving.
The school's program design, staffing approach, pedagogy, and supports for closing academic gaps are not visible in the data provided. A parent considering this school may want to ask directly how the academy sequences its curriculum for catch-up learners, what interventions are available, how teachers are trained to work with students in alternative settings, and what the school's experience shows about student progress over a school year. Similarly, information about graduation rates, postsecondary placement, and career or dual-credit pathways, if offered, would clarify what routes to completion and credential the school provides.
The housing market in the Stephenville area has median home values near the state benchmark and monthly rents that are moderate. This may be relevant if a family is weighing proximity and commute time to the school alongside other high school options in the region.
State assessment data for alternative schools can lag behind the school year, so families should check with the school itself for the most current enrollment numbers, staff-to-student ratios, graduation cohort outcomes, and any new programs. The school's web presence, if available, and a conversation with admissions or leadership would give a much clearer picture of fit for a specific student.
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