Serving 335 students in grades 6-9, Idea Rio Vista College Preparatory ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 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: 6-9
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Rio Vista College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Idea Rio Vista College Preparatory's student population of 335 students has grown by 260% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Rio Vista 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 Rio Vista College Preparatory is 0.13, 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
#2599 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
93%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
6%
26%
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
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Rio Vista College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Rio Vista College Preparatory is ranked #2599 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Rio Vista College Preparatory?
335 students attend Idea Rio Vista College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Idea Rio Vista College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Rio Vista College Preparatory?
Idea Rio Vista College Preparatory has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Rio Vista College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Rio Vista College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Idea Rio Vista College Preparatory part of?
Idea Rio Vista College Preparatory is part of IDEA Public Schools School District.
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