Serving 702 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea Brownsville Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Brownsville Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Idea Brownsville Academy's student population of 702 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
702 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
College for ALL children
School Rankings
Idea Brownsville Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Brownsville Academy is 0.10, 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
#1748 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Hispanic
95%
54%
White
5%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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 Brownsville Academy's ranking?
Idea Brownsville Academy is ranked #1748 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Brownsville Academy often compared to?
Idea Brownsville Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Ortiz Elementary School, Pullam Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Brownsville Academy?
702 students attend Idea Brownsville Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Idea Brownsville Academy students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Brownsville Academy?
Idea Brownsville Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Brownsville Academy offer ?
Idea Brownsville Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Brownsville Academy part of?
Idea Brownsville Academy is part of IDEA School District.
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