Serving 562 students in grades 6-11, Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory ranks in the top 50% 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 17:1 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: 6-11
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory's student population of 562 students has grown by 122% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory is 0.12, 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
#3110 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
94%
53%
Black
2%
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
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory is ranked #3110 out of 8,188 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory?
562 students attend Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory?
Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-11
What school district is Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory part of?
Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory located?
Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory is located in the Patton Tareyton Tempo neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Patton Tareyton Tempo.
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