Serving 663 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea Monterrey Park Academy 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Monterrey Park Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idea Monterrey Park Academy's student population of 663 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
663 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Monterrey Park Academy 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 Monterrey Park Academy is 0.13, 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
#4627 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
93%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
3%
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
88%
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 Monterrey Park Academy's ranking?
Idea Monterrey Park Academy is ranked #4627 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Monterrey Park Academy often compared to?
Idea Monterrey Park Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Idea Eastside Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Monterrey Park Academy?
663 students attend Idea Monterrey Park Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Idea Monterrey Park Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Monterrey Park Academy?
Idea Monterrey Park Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Monterrey Park Academy offer ?
Idea Monterrey Park Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Monterrey Park Academy part of?
Idea Monterrey Park Academy is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Monterrey Park Academy located?
Idea Monterrey Park Academy is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 31 other public schools located in Edgewood.
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