Serving 1,188 students in grades 9, Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 1,188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academy's student population of 1,188 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
Total Students
1,188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
School Rankings
Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academy is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4658 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
94%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
5%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academy's ranking?
Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academy is ranked #4658 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academy often compared to?
Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Harlingen Collegiate High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academy?
1,188 students attend Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academy students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academy?
Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academy offer ?
Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academy offers enrollment in grades 9
What school district is Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academy part of?
Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academy is part of Harlingen CISD School District.
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