Serving 694 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea Montopolis Academy 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Montopolis Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idea Montopolis Academy's student population of 694 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
694 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Montopolis Academy 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 Montopolis Academy is 0.22, 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
#3903 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
88%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
4%
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
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Montopolis Academy's ranking?
Idea Montopolis Academy is ranked #3903 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Montopolis Academy often compared to?
Idea Montopolis Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Valor South Austin, Idea Kyle Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Montopolis Academy?
694 students attend Idea Montopolis Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Idea Montopolis Academy students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Montopolis Academy?
Idea Montopolis Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Montopolis Academy offer ?
Idea Montopolis Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Montopolis Academy part of?
Idea Montopolis Academy is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Montopolis Academy located?
Idea Montopolis Academy is located in the Montopolis neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Montopolis.
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