Serving 704 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Idea Najim Academy ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Najim Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idea Najim Academy's student population of 704 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
704 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Najim Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Najim Academy is 0.52, 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
#6506 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
60%
53%
Black
35%
13%
White
4%
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
89%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Najim Academy's ranking?
Idea Najim Academy is ranked #6506 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Najim Academy?
704 students attend Idea Najim Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Idea Najim Academy students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Najim Academy?
Idea Najim Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Najim Academy offer ?
Idea Najim Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Najim Academy part of?
Idea Najim Academy is part of IDEA Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Najim Academy located?
Idea Najim Academy is located in the East Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 33 other public schools located in East Side.
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