Serving 427 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea Eastside Academy ranks in the bottom 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 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Eastside Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idea Eastside Academy's student population of 427 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Eastside Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Eastside Academy is 0.38, 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
#6156 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
76%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
3%
25%
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
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Eastside Academy's ranking?
Idea Eastside Academy is ranked #6156 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Eastside Academy often compared to?
Idea Eastside Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Idea Monterrey Park Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Eastside Academy?
427 students attend Idea Eastside Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Idea Eastside Academy students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Eastside Academy?
Idea Eastside Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Eastside Academy offer ?
Idea Eastside Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Eastside Academy part of?
Idea Eastside Academy is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Eastside Academy located?
Idea Eastside Academy 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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