Serving 699 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea Ewing Halsell Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Ewing Halsell Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Idea Ewing Halsell Academy's student population of 699 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
699 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Ewing Halsell Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Ewing Halsell Academy is 0.17, 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
#2343 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
91%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
6%
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
77%
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 Ewing Halsell Academy's ranking?
Idea Ewing Halsell Academy is ranked #2343 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Ewing Halsell Academy?
699 students attend Idea Ewing Halsell Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Idea Ewing Halsell Academy students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Ewing Halsell Academy?
Idea Ewing Halsell Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Ewing Halsell Academy offer ?
Idea Ewing Halsell Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Ewing Halsell Academy part of?
Idea Ewing Halsell Academy is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Ewing Halsell Academy located?
Idea Ewing Halsell Academy is located in the Patton Tareyton Tempo neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Patton Tareyton Tempo.
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