Needs Improvement
#8267 of 8,552 schools in TX
Idea Academy Alamo
Elementary School · IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
325 E SH 495, Alamo, TX 78516
Enrollment
704
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
704
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,267 of 8,552
In Alamo
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#122 of 123
IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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Idea Academy Alamo
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About Idea Academy Alamo
Idea Academy Alamo is a public elementary school in Alamo, TX, part of IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Idea Academy Alamo serves approximately 704 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Idea Academy Alamo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,267 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Idea Academy Alamo show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Idea Academy Alamo runs 24.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Idea Academy Alamo is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Idea Academy Alamo — Students at Idea Academy Alamo score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 22 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.
How Idea Academy Alamo Compares
See how Idea Academy Alamo performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
325 E SH 495, Alamo, TX 78516
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Idea Academy Alamo may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AUGUSTO GUERRA EL (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SGT LEONEL TREVINO EL (rated 7.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby San Juan), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAPT D SALINAS II EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Donna), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alamo, see our Alamo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY ALAMO Alamo | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| MACEDONIAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Alamo | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| AUGUSTO GUERRA EL Alamo | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| AUDIE MURPHY MIDDLE Alamo | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Alamo | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| CAPT D SALINAS II EL Donna | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| SANTOS LIVAS EL Alamo | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| VANGUARD MOZART Pharr | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| ZEFERINO FARIAS EL Alamo | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| PSJA MEMORIAL EARLY COLLEGE H S Alamo | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| DORA M SAUCEDA MIDDLE Donna | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| JESUS - JESSE - VELA JR MIDDLE Alamo | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| DONNA NORTH H S Donna | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| JOHN MCKEEVER EL Alamo | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| PREMIER H S OF SAN JUAN Lewisville | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| SGT LEONEL TREVINO EL San Juan | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| R YZAGUIRRE MIDDLE San Juan | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| VIDA N CLOVER EL San Juan | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY SAN JUAN San Juan | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| AMANDA GARZA-PENA EL San Juan | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,547
Median Home Value
$102,900
Median Rent
$743/mo
Population
34,960
College Educated
12.1%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
27.6%
Median Age
30.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Idea Academy Alamo
What grades does Idea Academy Alamo serve?
Idea Academy Alamo serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Idea Academy Alamo?
Idea Academy Alamo has an enrollment of approximately 704 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Idea Academy Alamo?
The student-teacher ratio at Idea Academy Alamo is 24.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Idea Academy Alamo rank in TX?
Idea Academy Alamo ranks #8,267 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Idea Academy Alamo's MySchoolScout rating?
Idea Academy Alamo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Idea Academy Alamo?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Idea Academy Alamo has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
Is Idea Academy Alamo a charter school?
Yes, Idea Academy Alamo is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Idea Academy Alamo a Title I school?
No, Idea Academy Alamo is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Idea Academy Alamo?
94.9% of students at Idea Academy Alamo qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 704
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.9%
- Phone
- (956) 588-4005
Resources & Links
District
IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 76,819
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,857
- District Rank
- #122 of 123
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