Serving 680 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea South Flores 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 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: 680 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea South Flores Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Idea South Flores Academy's student population of 680 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
680 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Idea South Flores 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 South Flores Academy is 0.17, 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
#2797 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
Hispanic
91%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
5%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea South Flores Academy's ranking?
Idea South Flores Academy is ranked #2797 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea South Flores Academy?
680 students attend Idea South Flores Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Idea South Flores Academy students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea South Flores Academy?
Idea South Flores Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea South Flores Academy offer ?
Idea South Flores Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea South Flores Academy part of?
Idea South Flores Academy is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea South Flores Academy located?
Idea South Flores Academy is located in the Harlandale neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 21 other public schools located in Harlandale.
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