The Leadership Academy Tyler TX Charter K-8 (2026 List)

About The Leadership Academy

The Leadership Academy is located at 6720 Oak Hill Boulevard, Tyler, TX 75703. The school serves students in kindergarten through grade 8. Enrollment stands at 293 students. The student-teacher ratio is 9:1, the most favorable among all campuses in this Tyler group. The student body composition reflects the Cumberland Academy charter network's broader enrollment mix. According to state assessment data, 52% of students reached proficiency in math and 62% in reading, both above Tyler ISD and Texas state averages. The Leadership Academy operates as a tuition-free public charter school within Cumberland Academy, integrating a character education model with academic instruction across its K–8 campus structure and ranking #1,132 in Texas elementary schools. The Leadership Academy enrolls students through Cumberland Academy's open charter process, serving families across the Tyler area outside standard Tyler ISD attendance boundaries. The Local housing values average near $257,000 based on current Tyler area market data. Ranked #1,132 in Texas, The Leadership Academy stands among the best elementary schools in Texas for public charter K–8 campuses in Tyler TX, notable for its 9:1 student-teacher ratio and above-average proficiency across both tested subjects.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 52%

Reading 62%

State average proficiency is 52% in Math and 62% in Reading.

31

Full-time Teachers

9 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

31

Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)

293

Total Students

$66547

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 69.62%

Asian 7.17%

Hispanic 13.99%

Black 4.78%

Two+ Races 4.1%

Native Am. 0.34%

White

69.62%

Asian

7.17%

Hispanic

13.99%

Black

4.78%

Two+ Races

4.1%

Native Am.

0.34%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 293

49.15%

144 Female

50.85%

149 Male

Student Population

293 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 9 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

The Leadership Academy Contact Information

Address

6720 OAK HILL BLVD, TYLER, TX 75703

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Phone

(903) 561-1002

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Website

cumberlandacademy.com

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM- 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

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Latest News

April 2026 is a big month for the Leadership Academy because it will graduate its first group of students from the Future Leaders of Tyler program. This program has been very successful at helping local professionals and young students connect with each other. It gives students the tools and skills they need to be good leaders and productive members of society. The academy is now accepting applications for its second cohort, and continues to fulfill its mission of building a better community by investing in the future workforce of Tyler.

FAQ

Q1. What is the focus of learning at The Leadership Academy?

Ans. The Leadership Academy combines academics with leadership and character-building skills for students.

Q2. How does The Leadership Academy prepare students for the future?

Ans. The Leadership Academy emphasizes responsibility, teamwork, and decision-making in daily learning.

Q3. What kind of environment does The Leadership Academy offer?

Ans. The Leadership Academy provides a structured and supportive setting that encourages student growth.

Q4. How are students engaged at The Leadership Academy?

Ans. The Leadership Academy uses interactive lessons and leadership-based activities to keep students involved.

Q5. How can parents contact The Leadership Academy?

Ans. The Leadership Academy can be contacted at (903) 561-1002.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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