Serving 718 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea Elsa Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea Elsa Academy's student population of 718 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
718 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Elsa Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Elsa Academy is 0.11, 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
#3947 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
Hispanic
94%
54%
White
6%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
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 Elsa Academy's ranking?
Idea Elsa Academy is ranked #3947 out of 8,096 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 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Elsa Academy?
718 students attend Idea Elsa Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Idea Elsa Academy students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Elsa Academy?
Idea Elsa Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Elsa Academy offer ?
Idea Elsa Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Elsa Academy part of?
Idea Elsa Academy is part of IDEA School District.
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