Academy High School is a 3A public high school located in Little River, Texas, United States. It is part of the Academy Independent School District located in southern Bell County. During 2022–2023, Slocum High School had an enrollment of 530 students and a student to teacher ratio of 13.45.
Serving 539 students in grades 9-12, Academy High School 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Academy High School's student population of 539 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Academy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy High School is 0.58, 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
#4893 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
59%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bee/lady Bee
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy High School's ranking?
Academy High School is ranked #4893 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Academy High School often compared to?
Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belton High School, Troy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Academy High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Academy High School?
539 students attend Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Academy High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academy High School?
Academy High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Academy High School offer ?
Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Academy High School part of?
Academy High School is part of Academy Independent School District.
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