Serving 332 students in grades 6-8, Idea Burke College Preparatory ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea Burke College Preparatory's student population of 332 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Burke College Preparatory ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Burke College Preparatory is 0.45, 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
#2112 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
72%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
9%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
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
74%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Burke College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Burke College Preparatory is ranked #2112 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Burke College Preparatory?
332 students attend Idea Burke College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Idea Burke College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Burke College Preparatory?
Idea Burke College Preparatory has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Burke College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Burke College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Idea Burke College Preparatory part of?
Idea Burke College Preparatory is part of IDEA Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Burke College Preparatory located?
Idea Burke College Preparatory is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 73 other public schools located in Far West Side.
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