Serving 1,195 students in grades Prekindergarten-9, Idea Travis Academy 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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 Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 1,195 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea Travis Academy's student population of 1,195 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 74% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-9
Total Students
1,195 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Travis Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Travis Academy is 0.26, 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
#5583 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
86%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
6%
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
68%
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 Travis Academy's ranking?
Idea Travis Academy is ranked #5583 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Travis Academy often compared to?
Idea Travis Academyis often viewed alongside schools like South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Travis Academy?
1,195 students attend Idea Travis Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Idea Travis Academy students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Travis Academy?
Idea Travis Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Travis Academy offer ?
Idea Travis Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-9
What school district is Idea Travis Academy part of?
Idea Travis Academy is part of Midland Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Travis Academy located?
Idea Travis Academy is located in the Parkway South neighborhood of Midland, TX.
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