Serving 691 students in grades 6-12, Idea Monterrey Park College Preparatory ranks in the top 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Monterrey Park College Preparatory 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 College Preparatory's student population of 691 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 366% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
691 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Monterrey Park 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 Monterrey Park College Preparatory is 0.17, 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
#3519 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
91%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
5%
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
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 Monterrey Park College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Monterrey Park College Preparatory is ranked #3519 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Monterrey Park College Preparatory?
691 students attend Idea Monterrey Park College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Idea Monterrey Park College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Monterrey Park College Preparatory?
Idea Monterrey Park College Preparatory has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Monterrey Park College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Monterrey Park College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Idea Monterrey Park College Preparatory part of?
Idea Monterrey Park College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Monterrey Park College Preparatory located?
Idea Monterrey Park College Preparatory is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 31 other public schools located in Edgewood.
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