Serving 388 students in grades 6-11, Idea Najim College Preparatory ranks in the top 30% 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 58% (which is higher 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 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 6-11
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Najim College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idea Najim College Preparatory's student population of 388 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Najim College Preparatory ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Najim College Preparatory is 0.49, 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
#1928 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
64%
53%
Black
33%
13%
White
2%
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
92%
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 Najim College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Najim College Preparatory is ranked #1928 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% 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 Najim College Preparatory?
388 students attend Idea Najim College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Idea Najim College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Najim College Preparatory?
Idea Najim College Preparatory has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Najim College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Najim College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-11
What school district is Idea Najim College Preparatory part of?
Idea Najim College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Najim College Preparatory located?
Idea Najim College Preparatory is located in the East Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 33 other public schools located in East Side.
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