Science Mathematics Academy (Closed 2012)

Science Mathematics Academy serves 103 students in grades 9. 
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 was lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which was lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 9
Total Students
103 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (TX)
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
60%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Science Mathematics Academy.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Texas.
0.58
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Science Mathematics Academy?
103 students attend Science Mathematics Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Science Mathematics Academy students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Science Mathematics Academy?
Science Mathematics Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Science Mathematics Academy offer ?
Science Mathematics Academy offers enrollment in grades 9
What school district is Science Mathematics Academy part of?
Science Mathematics Academy is part of Huntsville Independent School District.

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