Serving 636 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea Harlingen 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 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Harlingen Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idea Harlingen Academy's student population of 636 students has grown by 100% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 87% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Harlingen 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 Harlingen Academy 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
#3003 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
92%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
6%
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
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Harlingen Academy's ranking?
Idea Harlingen Academy is ranked #3003 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Harlingen Academy?
636 students attend Idea Harlingen Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Idea Harlingen Academy students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Harlingen Academy?
Idea Harlingen Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Harlingen Academy offer ?
Idea Harlingen Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Harlingen Academy part of?
Idea Harlingen Academy is part of IDEA School District.
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