Serving 726 students in grades 6-12, Idea South Flores College Preparatory ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea South Flores College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Idea South Flores College Preparatory's student population of 726 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea South Flores 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 South Flores College Preparatory is 0.12, 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
#1777 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
94%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
4%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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 South Flores College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea South Flores College Preparatory is ranked #1777 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea South Flores College Preparatory often compared to?
Idea South Flores College Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset Academy Brooks by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Idea South Flores College Preparatory?
The graduation rate of Idea South Flores College Preparatory is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Idea South Flores College Preparatory?
726 students attend Idea South Flores College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Idea South Flores College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea South Flores College Preparatory?
Idea South Flores College Preparatory has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea South Flores College Preparatory offer ?
Idea South Flores College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Idea South Flores College Preparatory part of?
Idea South Flores College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea South Flores College Preparatory located?
Idea South Flores College Preparatory is located in the Harlandale neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 21 other public schools located in Harlandale.
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