Serving 720 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea Burke Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 720 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Burke Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Idea Burke Academy's student population of 720 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
720 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Burke Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Burke Academy is 0.47, 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
#2073 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
71%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
11%
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
63%
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 Burke Academy's ranking?
Idea Burke Academy is ranked #2073 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Burke Academy?
720 students attend Idea Burke Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Idea Burke Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Burke Academy?
Idea Burke Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Burke Academy offer ?
Idea Burke Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Burke Academy part of?
Idea Burke Academy is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Burke Academy located?
Idea Burke Academy is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 73 other public schools located in Far West Side.
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