Serving 762 students in grades 6-12, Idea Rundberg 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 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Rundberg College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idea Rundberg College Preparatory's student population of 762 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 919% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
762 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Rundberg College Preparatory ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Rundberg 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
#1579 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
93%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
4%
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
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Rundberg College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Rundberg College Preparatory is ranked #1579 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Rundberg College Preparatory often compared to?
Idea Rundberg College Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Lively Middle School, Harmony Science Academy-pflugerville by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Rundberg College Preparatory?
762 students attend Idea Rundberg College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Idea Rundberg College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Rundberg College Preparatory?
Idea Rundberg College Preparatory has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Rundberg College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Rundberg College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Idea Rundberg College Preparatory part of?
Idea Rundberg College Preparatory is part of IDEA Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Rundberg College Preparatory located?
Idea Rundberg College Preparatory is located in the North Lamar neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in North Lamar.
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