Serving 753 students in grades 6-12, Idea Montopolis 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 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 753 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Montopolis College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idea Montopolis College Preparatory's student population of 753 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
College for ALL children
School Rankings
Idea Montopolis 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 Montopolis 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
#4169 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
92%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
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 Montopolis College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Montopolis College Preparatory is ranked #4169 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Montopolis College Preparatory often compared to?
Idea Montopolis College Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Hill Country Middle School, Valor South Austin by visitors of our site.
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 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Idea Montopolis College Preparatory?
The graduation rate of Idea Montopolis College Preparatory is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Idea Montopolis College Preparatory?
753 students attend Idea Montopolis College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Idea Montopolis College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Montopolis College Preparatory?
Idea Montopolis College Preparatory has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Montopolis College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Montopolis College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Idea Montopolis College Preparatory part of?
Idea Montopolis College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Montopolis College Preparatory located?
Idea Montopolis College Preparatory is located in the Montopolis neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Montopolis.
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