Serving 733 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea Rio Grande City Academy 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 42% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 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: 733 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Rio Grande City Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Idea Rio Grande City Academy's student population of 733 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
733 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Rio Grande City Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Rio Grande City Academy is 0.06, 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
#3770 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
n/a
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
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Rio Grande City Academy's ranking?
Idea Rio Grande City Academy is ranked #3770 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Rio Grande City Academy often compared to?
Idea Rio Grande City Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Grulla Elementary School, Alto Bonito Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Rio Grande City Academy?
733 students attend Idea Rio Grande City Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Idea Rio Grande City Academy students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Rio Grande City Academy?
Idea Rio Grande City Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Rio Grande City Academy offer ?
Idea Rio Grande City Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Rio Grande City Academy part of?
Idea Rio Grande City Academy is part of IDEA School District.
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