Serving 799 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Idea Academy San Benito ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 23:1 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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 799 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Academy San Benito ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Idea Academy San Benito's student population of 799 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
799 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Academy San Benito ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Academy San Benito is 0.10, 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
#2221 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
4%
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
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Academy San Benito's ranking?
Idea Academy San Benito is ranked #2221 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Academy San Benito often compared to?
Idea Academy San Benitois often viewed alongside schools like Jubilee Harlingen by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Academy San Benito?
799 students attend Idea Academy San Benito.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Idea Academy San Benito students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Academy San Benito?
Idea Academy San Benito has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Academy San Benito offer ?
Idea Academy San Benito offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Academy San Benito part of?
Idea Academy San Benito is part of IDEA School District.
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