Serving 840 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Idea Ewing Halsell Academy 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 38% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea Ewing Halsell Academy's student population of 840 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
840 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Ewing Halsell Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Ewing Halsell Academy is 0.20, 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
#2921 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
89%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
8%
26%
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
77%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Ewing Halsell Academy's ranking?
Idea Ewing Halsell Academy is ranked #2921 out of 8,079 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 37% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Ewing Halsell Academy?
840 students attend Idea Ewing Halsell Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Idea Ewing Halsell Academy students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Ewing Halsell Academy?
Idea Ewing Halsell Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Ewing Halsell Academy offer ?
Idea Ewing Halsell Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Ewing Halsell Academy part of?
Idea Ewing Halsell Academy is part of IDEA Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Ewing Halsell Academy located?
Idea Ewing Halsell Academy is located in the Patton Tareyton Tempo neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Patton Tareyton Tempo.
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