Cassata high school is a non-traditional academic environment in which the student is respected and expectations are high.
Cassata High School implements a common sense approach to education and holds each student accountable with a caring staff and a comfortable setting.
Cassatas mission is to provide effective quality education that enables students of all backgrounds to raise their educational level or complete their secondary education.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia; ADHD;
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
113 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
69%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
sliding scale based on family income
Admissions Director
Michelle Barlen
Admissions Associate
Maria Duran
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Cooking Club, Gaming Club, Student Council
Cooking Club, Gaming Club, Student Council
School Notes
- Cassata high school is a non-traditional academic environment in which the student is respected and expectations are high. Cassata High School implements a common sense approach to education and holds each student accountable with a caring staff and a comfortable setting. Cassatas mission is to provide effective quality education that enables students of all backgrounds to raise their educational level or complete their secondary education.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Cassata High School?
The application deadline for Cassata High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Cassata High School located?
Cassata High School is located in the Fairmount Southside Historic District neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 1 other private schools located in Fairmount Southside Historic District.
School Reviews
5 9/10/2017
My son had a great experience here and graduated, after struggling in every other setting.
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