Serving 447 students in grades 6-9, Idea Rise College Preparatory ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 94% 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: 6-9
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Rise College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Idea Rise College Preparatory's student population of 447 students has grown by 87% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 145% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Rise College Preparatory ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Rise College Preparatory is 0.53, 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
#1104 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
62%
53%
Black
30%
13%
White
6%
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
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Rise College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Rise College Preparatory is ranked #1104 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Rise College Preparatory?
447 students attend Idea Rise College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Idea Rise College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Rise College Preparatory?
Idea Rise College Preparatory has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Rise College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Rise College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Idea Rise College Preparatory part of?
Idea Rise College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Rise College Preparatory located?
Idea Rise College Preparatory is located in the Western Hills North neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Western Hills North.
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