Serving 512 students in grades 6-9, Idea Hardy College Preparatory 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 6-9
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Hardy College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idea Hardy College Preparatory's student population of 512 students has grown by 273% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 440% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Hardy College Preparatory ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Hardy College Preparatory 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
#4091 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
82%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
1%
25%
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
91%
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 Hardy College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Hardy College Preparatory is ranked #4091 out of 8,188 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 41% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Hardy College Preparatory?
512 students attend Idea Hardy College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Idea Hardy College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Hardy College Preparatory?
Idea Hardy College Preparatory has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Hardy College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Hardy College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Idea Hardy College Preparatory part of?
Idea Hardy College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Hardy College Preparatory located?
Idea Hardy College Preparatory is located in the Northeast Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Northeast Houston.
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