Serving 611 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea Walzem Academy ranks in the top 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 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea Walzem Academy's student population of 611 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
611 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Walzem Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Walzem 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
#3164 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
65%
54%
Black
25%
13%
White
6%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Walzem Academy's ranking?
Idea Walzem Academy is ranked #3164 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Walzem Academy often compared to?
Idea Walzem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mary Lou Hartman by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Walzem Academy?
611 students attend Idea Walzem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Idea Walzem Academy students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Walzem Academy?
Idea Walzem Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Walzem Academy offer ?
Idea Walzem Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Walzem Academy part of?
Idea Walzem Academy is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Walzem Academy located?
Idea Walzem Academy is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of Weslaco, TX.
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