Serving 261 students in grades 6-7, Idea Lake Houston 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory's student population of 261 students has grown by 112% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 71% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory is 0.31, 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
#4419 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
82%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory is ranked #4419 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory?
261 students attend Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory?
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory part of?
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory located?
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory is located in the Hunterwood neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Hunterwood.
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