Serving 233 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Ut Tyler University Academy At Palestine ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ut Tyler University Academy At Palestine ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Ut Tyler University Academy At Palestine's student population of 233 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Ut Tyler University Academy At Palestine ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ut Tyler University Academy At Palestine is 0.66, which is more 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
#1265 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
52%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ut Tyler University Academy At Palestine's ranking?
Ut Tyler University Academy At Palestine is ranked #1265 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ut Tyler University Academy At Palestine?
The graduation rate of Ut Tyler University Academy At Palestine is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ut Tyler University Academy At Palestine?
233 students attend Ut Tyler University Academy At Palestine.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Ut Tyler University Academy At Palestine students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ut Tyler University Academy At Palestine?
Ut Tyler University Academy At Palestine has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ut Tyler University Academy At Palestine offer ?
Ut Tyler University Academy At Palestine offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Ut Tyler University Academy At Palestine part of?
Ut Tyler University Academy At Palestine is part of Ut Tyler University Academy School District.
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