Idea Lake Houston Academy serves 719 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 719 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea Lake Houston Academy's student population of 719 students has grown by 115% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 106% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
719 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Idea Lake Houston Academy is 0.39, 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)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
75%
54%
Black
22%
13%
White
3%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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 Lake Houston Academy?
719 students attend Idea Lake Houston Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Idea Lake Houston Academy students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Lake Houston Academy?
Idea Lake Houston Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Lake Houston Academy offer ?
Idea Lake Houston Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Lake Houston Academy part of?
Idea Lake Houston Academy is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Lake Houston Academy located?
Idea Lake Houston Academy is located in the Hunterwood neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Hunterwood.
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