Serving 705 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea Hardy Academy 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 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 705 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Hardy Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idea Hardy Academy's student population of 705 students has grown by 110% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
705 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Hardy Academy 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 Hardy Academy is 0.29, 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
#7097 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
Hispanic
83%
54%
Black
15%
13%
White
2%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
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 Hardy Academy's ranking?
Idea Hardy Academy is ranked #7097 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Hardy Academy?
705 students attend Idea Hardy Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Idea Hardy Academy students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Hardy Academy?
Idea Hardy Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Hardy Academy offer ?
Idea Hardy Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Hardy Academy part of?
Idea Hardy Academy is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Hardy Academy located?
Idea Hardy Academy is located in the Northeast Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Northeast Houston.
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