Serving 632 students in grades 6-11, Idea Elsa College Preparatory ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher 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: 6-11
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea Elsa College Preparatory's student population of 632 students has grown by 431% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 116% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Elsa College Preparatory ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Elsa College Preparatory is 0.06, 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
#3300 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
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 Elsa College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Elsa College Preparatory is ranked #3300 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% 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 Elsa College Preparatory?
632 students attend Idea Elsa College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Idea Elsa College Preparatory students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Elsa College Preparatory?
Idea Elsa College Preparatory has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Elsa College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Elsa College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-11
What school district is Idea Elsa College Preparatory part of?
Idea Elsa College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
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