Serving 617 students in grades 6-11, Idea Mays College Preparatory ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower 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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-11
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Mays College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Idea Mays College Preparatory's student population of 617 students has grown by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 683% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
Total Students
617 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Mays College Preparatory ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Mays College Preparatory is 0.29, 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
#1400 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
84%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
6%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
17%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Mays College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Mays College Preparatory is ranked #1400 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Mays College Preparatory?
617 students attend Idea Mays College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Idea Mays College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Mays College Preparatory?
Idea Mays College Preparatory has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Mays College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Mays College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-11
What school district is Idea Mays College Preparatory part of?
Idea Mays College Preparatory is part of IDEA Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Mays College Preparatory located?
Idea Mays College Preparatory is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 73 other public schools located in Far West Side.
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