Serving 521 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea Bluff Springs Academy 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 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 94% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea Bluff Springs Academy's student population of 521 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
521 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Bluff Springs Academy 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 Bluff Springs Academy is 0.30, 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
#3862 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
83%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
6%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Bluff Springs Academy's ranking?
Idea Bluff Springs Academy is ranked #3862 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Bluff Springs Academy often compared to?
Idea Bluff Springs Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Blazier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Bluff Springs Academy?
521 students attend Idea Bluff Springs Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Idea Bluff Springs Academy students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Bluff Springs Academy?
Idea Bluff Springs Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Bluff Springs Academy offer ?
Idea Bluff Springs Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Bluff Springs Academy part of?
Idea Bluff Springs Academy is part of IDEA School District.
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