Porcupine Academy serves 18 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Porcupine Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Porcupine Academy's student population of 18 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
18 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Porcupine Academy is 0.50, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Hispanic
22%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
67%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
56%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Porcupine Academy?
18 students attend Porcupine Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Porcupine Academy students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Porcupine Academy?
Porcupine Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Porcupine Academy offer ?
Porcupine Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Porcupine Academy part of?
Porcupine Academy is part of Springtown Independent School District.
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