Serving 531 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Irving Dual Language Academy 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irving Dual Language Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Irving Dual Language Academy's student population of 531 students has grown by 287% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 277% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Irving Dual Language Academy 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 Irving Dual Language Academy is 0.06, 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
#6793 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
1%
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
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irving Dual Language Academy's ranking?
Irving Dual Language Academy is ranked #6793 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Irving Dual Language Academy?
531 students attend Irving Dual Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Irving Dual Language Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irving Dual Language Academy?
Irving Dual Language Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irving Dual Language Academy offer ?
Irving Dual Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Irving Dual Language Academy part of?
Irving Dual Language Academy is part of San Antonio ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Irving Dual Language Academy located?
Irving Dual Language Academy is located in the Prospect Hill Area neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Prospect Hill Area.
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