Idea Burke Academy serves 667 students in grades Prekindergarten-3.
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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-3
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea Burke Academy's student population of 667 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
667 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Idea Burke Academy is 0.50, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
68%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
13%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Idea Burke Academy?
667 students attend Idea Burke Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Idea Burke Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Burke Academy?
Idea Burke Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Burke Academy offer ?
Idea Burke Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Idea Burke Academy part of?
Idea Burke Academy is part of IDEA Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Burke Academy located?
Idea Burke Academy 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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