Serving 878 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea Edgemere Academy 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 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 878 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Edgemere Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Idea Edgemere Academy's student population of 878 students has grown by 122% 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
878 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Edgemere Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Edgemere Academy is 0.30, 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
#2364 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
83%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
8%
25%
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
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Edgemere Academy's ranking?
Idea Edgemere Academy is ranked #2364 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Edgemere Academy often compared to?
Idea Edgemere Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Sgt Jose F Carrasco Elementary School, Harmony School Of Science - El Paso by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Edgemere Academy?
878 students attend Idea Edgemere Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Idea Edgemere Academy students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 1% 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 Edgemere Academy?
Idea Edgemere Academy has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Edgemere Academy offer ?
Idea Edgemere Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Edgemere Academy part of?
Idea Edgemere Academy is part of IDEA School District.
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