Serving 798 students in grades 6-12, Idea College Preparatory Mission 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 798 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea College Preparatory Mission ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idea College Preparatory Mission's student population of 798 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
798 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Red and Yellow
School Motto
College for All
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Idea College Preparatory Mission 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 College Preparatory Mission 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
#4352 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Hispanic
97%
54%
White
3%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Phoenix
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea College Preparatory Mission's ranking?
Idea College Preparatory Mission is ranked #4352 out of 8,096 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Idea College Preparatory Mission?
The graduation rate of Idea College Preparatory Mission is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Idea College Preparatory Mission?
798 students attend Idea College Preparatory Mission.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Idea College Preparatory Mission students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea College Preparatory Mission?
Idea College Preparatory Mission has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea College Preparatory Mission offer ?
Idea College Preparatory Mission offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Idea College Preparatory Mission part of?
Idea College Preparatory Mission is part of IDEA School District.
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