Serving 663 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea Mays Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 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: 663 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Mays Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Idea Mays Academy's student population of 663 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
663 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Mays Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Mays Academy is 0.36, 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
#1187 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
79%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
5%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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 Mays Academy's ranking?
Idea Mays Academy is ranked #1187 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Mays Academy often compared to?
Idea Mays Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony School Of Excellence - San Antonio by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Mays Academy?
663 students attend Idea Mays Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Idea Mays Academy students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Mays Academy?
Idea Mays Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Mays Academy offer ?
Idea Mays Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Mays Academy part of?
Idea Mays Academy is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Mays Academy located?
Idea Mays Academy is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 69 other public schools located in Far West Side.
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