Serving 712 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea South Flores Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea South Flores Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Idea South Flores Academy's student population of 712 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
712 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Idea South Flores Academy 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 South Flores Academy is 0.15, 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
#1288 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
92%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
5%
25%
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
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea South Flores Academy's ranking?
Idea South Flores Academy is ranked #1288 out of 8,188 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea South Flores Academy?
712 students attend Idea South Flores Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Idea South Flores Academy students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea South Flores Academy?
Idea South Flores Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea South Flores Academy offer ?
Idea South Flores Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea South Flores Academy part of?
Idea South Flores Academy is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea South Flores Academy located?
Idea South Flores Academy is located in the Harlandale neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 21 other public schools located in Harlandale.
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