Serving 540 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ume Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ume Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ume Preparatory Academy's student population of 540 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 56% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
540 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Ume Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ume Preparatory Academy is 0.56, 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
#1956 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
61%
54%
Black
10%
13%
White
24%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Ume Preparatory Academy School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ume Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Ume Preparatory Academy is ranked #1956 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ume Preparatory Academy?
540 students attend Ume Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Ume Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ume Preparatory Academy?
Ume Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ume Preparatory Academy offer ?
Ume Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ume Preparatory Academy part of?
Ume Preparatory Academy is part of Ume Preparatory Academy School District.
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