Serving 469 students in grades 6-12, Idea Eastside 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 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: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Eastside College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idea Eastside College Preparatory's student population of 469 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Eastside 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 Eastside College Preparatory is 0.33, 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
#4972 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
80%
54%
Black
17%
13%
White
3%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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 Eastside College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Eastside College Preparatory is ranked #4972 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Eastside College Preparatory?
469 students attend Idea Eastside College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Idea Eastside College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Eastside College Preparatory?
Idea Eastside College Preparatory has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Eastside College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Eastside College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Idea Eastside College Preparatory part of?
Idea Eastside College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Eastside College Preparatory located?
Idea Eastside College Preparatory is located in the East Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in East Side.
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