Serving 748 students in grades 6-12, Idea Walzem 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 42% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 95% 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: 748 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Walzem College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Idea Walzem College Preparatory's student population of 748 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 300% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
748 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Walzem 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 Walzem College Preparatory is 0.50, 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
#2758 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
68%
53%
Black
20%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 Walzem College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Walzem College Preparatory is ranked #2758 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Walzem College Preparatory often compared to?
Idea Walzem College Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Idea Carver College Preparatory, Judson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Walzem College Preparatory?
748 students attend Idea Walzem College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Idea Walzem College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Walzem College Preparatory?
Idea Walzem College Preparatory has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Walzem College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Walzem College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Idea Walzem College Preparatory part of?
Idea Walzem College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Walzem College Preparatory located?
Idea Walzem College Preparatory is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
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