IDEA Frontier is an independently managed charter school within the IDEA Public Schools system in the Rio Grande Valley in deep South Texas, United States. It is located in Brownsville and was founded in 2006.
Serving 754 students in grades 6-12, Idea Frontier College Preparatory 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 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Frontier College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idea Frontier College Preparatory's student population of 754 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
754 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Red, Yellow
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Idea Frontier College Preparatory 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 Frontier College Preparatory is 0.04, 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
#2463 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Chargers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Frontier College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Frontier College Preparatory is ranked #2463 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Frontier College Preparatory often compared to?
Idea Frontier College Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Idea Brownsville College Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Idea Frontier College Preparatory?
The graduation rate of Idea Frontier College Preparatory is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Idea Frontier College Preparatory?
754 students attend Idea Frontier College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Idea Frontier College Preparatory students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Frontier College Preparatory?
Idea Frontier College Preparatory has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Frontier College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Frontier College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Idea Frontier College Preparatory part of?
Idea Frontier College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
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