Serving 548 students in grades 6-12, Idea Eastside College Preparatory ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Eastside College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idea Eastside College Preparatory's student population of 548 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 466% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Eastside College Preparatory ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Eastside College Preparatory is 0.35, 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
#4606 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
79%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Eastside College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Eastside College Preparatory is ranked #4606 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Eastside College Preparatory?
548 students attend Idea Eastside College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Idea Eastside College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Eastside College Preparatory?
Idea Eastside College Preparatory has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Eastside College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Eastside College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Idea Eastside College Preparatory part of?
Idea Eastside College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Eastside College Preparatory located?
Idea Eastside College Preparatory is located in the East Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 33 other public schools located in East Side.
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