Serving 478 students in grades 9-12, Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy's student population of 478 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy is 0.08, 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
#188 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
96%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy's ranking?
Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy is ranked #188 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy?
The graduation rate of Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy?
478 students attend Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy?
Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy offer ?
Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy part of?
Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy is part of Sharyland Independent School District.
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