Serving 389 students in grades 6-8, Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory ranks in the top 50% 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 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory's student population of 389 students has grown by 216% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 128% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory is 0.28, 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
#3961 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
84%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory is ranked #3961 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory?
389 students attend Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory?
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory part of?
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory is part of IDEA Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory located?
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory is located in the Hunterwood neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Hunterwood.
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