Serving 462 students in grades 6-10, Idea Converse College Preparatory ranks in the top 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 6-10
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Converse College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Idea Converse College Preparatory's student population of 462 students has grown by 425% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 400% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-10
Total Students
462 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Converse College Preparatory ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Converse College Preparatory is 0.55, 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
#3166 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
63%
54%
Black
21%
13%
White
10%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Converse College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Converse College Preparatory is ranked #3166 out of 8,096 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Converse College Preparatory?
462 students attend Idea Converse College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Idea Converse College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Converse College Preparatory?
Idea Converse College Preparatory has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Converse College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Converse College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-10
What school district is Idea Converse College Preparatory part of?
Idea Converse College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Converse College Preparatory located?
Idea Converse College Preparatory is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of Converse, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
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