Serving 376 students in grades 6-11, Idea Health Professions College Preparatory 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 6-11
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Health Professions College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idea Health Professions College Preparatory's student population of 376 students has grown by 90% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 115% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
Total Students
376 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Health Professions College Preparatory 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 Health Professions College Preparatory is 0.35, 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
#4341 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
80%
54%
Black
11%
13%
White
7%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
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 Health Professions College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Health Professions College Preparatory is ranked #4341 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Health Professions College Preparatory?
376 students attend Idea Health Professions College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Idea Health Professions College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Health Professions College Preparatory?
Idea Health Professions College Preparatory has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Health Professions College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Health Professions College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-11
What school district is Idea Health Professions College Preparatory part of?
Idea Health Professions College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Health Professions College Preparatory located?
Idea Health Professions College Preparatory is located in the MLK 183 neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in MLK 183.
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