Idea La Joya Academy serves 656 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea La Joya Academy's student population of 656 students has grown by 181% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
656 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Idea La Joya Academy 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
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 La Joya Academy?
656 students attend Idea La Joya Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Idea La Joya Academy students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea La Joya Academy?
Idea La Joya Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea La Joya Academy offer ?
Idea La Joya Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea La Joya Academy part of?
Idea La Joya Academy is part of IDEA School District.
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