Serving 190 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Denton Classical Academy ranks in the top 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denton Classical Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Denton Classical Academy's student population of 190 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
190 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Denton Classical Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denton Classical Academy is 0.62, 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
#3549 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
16%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
58%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Texas College Preparatory Academies School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denton Classical Academy's ranking?
Denton Classical Academy is ranked #3549 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Denton Classical Academy often compared to?
Denton Classical Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy Plano, Iltexas Grand Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Denton Classical Academy?
190 students attend Denton Classical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Denton Classical Academy students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denton Classical Academy?
Denton Classical Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Denton Classical Academy offer ?
Denton Classical Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Denton Classical Academy part of?
Denton Classical Academy is part of Texas College Preparatory Academies School District.
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