Serving 659 students in grades 6-12, Idea Brackenridge 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory's student population of 659 students has grown by 163% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 127% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory 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
#4264 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
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
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Brackenridge College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory is ranked #4264 out of 8,096 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory?
659 students attend Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory 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 Brackenridge College Preparatory?
Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory part of?
Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory located?
Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory is located in the South San Antonio neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 19 other public schools located in South San Antonio.
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