Serving 780 students in grades 6-12, Idea College Preparatory San Benito ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 97% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea College Preparatory San Benito ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Idea College Preparatory San Benito's student population of 780 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
780 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Idea College Preparatory San Benito 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 College Preparatory San Benito is 0.08, 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
#2715 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
96%
54%
White
3%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
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 College Preparatory San Benito's ranking?
Idea College Preparatory San Benito is ranked #2715 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea College Preparatory San Benito often compared to?
Idea College Preparatory San Benitois often viewed alongside schools like Harlingen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Idea College Preparatory San Benito?
The graduation rate of Idea College Preparatory San Benito is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Idea College Preparatory San Benito?
780 students attend Idea College Preparatory San Benito.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Idea College Preparatory San Benito students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea College Preparatory San Benito?
Idea College Preparatory San Benito has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea College Preparatory San Benito offer ?
Idea College Preparatory San Benito offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Idea College Preparatory San Benito part of?
Idea College Preparatory San Benito is part of IDEA School District.
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