Serving 709 students in grades 6-12, Idea Walzem College Preparatory 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 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea Walzem College Preparatory's student population of 709 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 327% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
709 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Walzem College Preparatory 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 Walzem College Preparatory is 0.48, 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
#6621 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
69%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
6%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Walzem College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Walzem College Preparatory is ranked #6621 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Walzem College Preparatory often compared to?
Idea Walzem College Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Judson High School, Idea Carver College Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Walzem College Preparatory?
709 students attend Idea Walzem College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Idea Walzem College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 21% 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 College Preparatory?
Idea Walzem College Preparatory has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Walzem College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Walzem College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Idea Walzem College Preparatory part of?
Idea Walzem College Preparatory is part of IDEA Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Walzem College Preparatory located?
Idea Walzem College Preparatory is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
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