Serving 386 students in grades 6-9, Idea Converse College Preparatory ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Converse College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Idea Converse College Preparatory's student population of 386 students has grown by 338% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 283% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Converse College Preparatory 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 Idea Converse College Preparatory 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
#1203 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
60%
53%
Black
22%
13%
White
12%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Idea Converse College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Converse College Preparatory is ranked #1203 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Converse College Preparatory?
386 students attend Idea Converse College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Idea Converse College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Converse College Preparatory?
Idea Converse College Preparatory has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Converse College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Converse College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Idea Converse College Preparatory part of?
Idea Converse College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Converse College Preparatory located?
Idea Converse College Preparatory is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of Converse, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
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