Serving 674 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea Mays Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Mays Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Idea Mays Academy's student population of 674 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 176% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
674 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Mays Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Mays Academy is 0.33, 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
#812 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
81%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
8%
26%
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
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Mays Academy's ranking?
Idea Mays Academy is ranked #812 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Mays Academy often compared to?
Idea Mays Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony School Of Excellence - San Antonio by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Mays Academy?
674 students attend Idea Mays Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Idea Mays Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Mays Academy?
Idea Mays Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Mays Academy offer ?
Idea Mays Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Mays Academy part of?
Idea Mays Academy is part of IDEA Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Mays Academy located?
Idea Mays Academy is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 73 other public schools located in Far West Side.
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