Serving 499 students in grades 6-9, Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory 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 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 6-9
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory's student population of 499 students has grown by 305% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 271% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
499 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory 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 Lake Houston College Preparatory is 0.23, 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
#3961 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
87%
54%
Black
11%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
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 Lake Houston College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory is ranked #3961 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory?
499 students attend Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory?
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory part of?
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory located?
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory is located in the Hunterwood neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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