Very Good
#3165 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 37% in state
Idea Bluff Springs Academy
Elementary School · IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
1700 E SLAUGHTER LN, Austin, TX 78744
Enrollment
597
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
597
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,165 of 8,552
In Austin
#88 of 241
public schools
In district
#48 of 123
IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Idea Bluff Springs Academy
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About Idea Bluff Springs Academy
Idea Bluff Springs Academy is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Idea Bluff Springs Academy serves approximately 597 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Idea Bluff Springs Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,165 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Idea Bluff Springs Academy show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Idea Bluff Springs Academy 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.
34% of students at Idea Bluff Springs Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Idea Bluff Springs Academy — Students at Idea Bluff Springs Academy score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Idea Bluff Springs Academy Compares
See how Idea Bluff Springs Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1700 E SLAUGHTER LN, Austin, TX 78744
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Idea Bluff Springs Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UPHAUS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (rated 7.2/10, 3.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BLAZIER EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WILLIAMS EL (rated 6.7/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDEA BLUFF SPRINGS COLLEGE PREPARATORY Austin | 0.0 mi | 4.7 |
| BLAZIER EL Austin | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| WAYSIDE ALTAMIRA ACADEMY Austin | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| PEREZ EL Austin | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| VALOR SOUTH AUSTIN Austin | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| PALM EL Austin | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| LANGFORD EL Austin | 2.0 mi | 2.7 |
| WHOLE LIFE LEARNING CENTER Austin | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| AKINS H S Austin | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| WILLIAMS EL Austin | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| WAYSIDE REAL LEARNING ACADEMY Austin | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| WAYSIDE SCI-TECH MIDDLE AND H S Austin | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| HILLCREST EL Austin | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| PLEASANT HILL EL Austin | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| MENDEZ MIDDLE Austin | 2.9 mi | 4.5 |
| PAREDES MIDDLE Austin | 2.7 mi | 2.0 |
| BEDICHEK MIDDLE Austin | 3.0 mi | 3.4 |
| WIDEN EL Austin | 3.0 mi | 4.5 |
| HOUSTON EL Austin | 3.2 mi | 3.9 |
| UPHAUS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Austin | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78744 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,474
Median Home Value
$307,000
Median Rent
$1,516/mo
Population
51,069
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
49.4%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Idea Bluff Springs Academy
What grades does Idea Bluff Springs Academy serve?
Idea Bluff Springs Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Idea Bluff Springs Academy?
Idea Bluff Springs Academy has an enrollment of approximately 597 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Idea Bluff Springs Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Idea Bluff Springs Academy is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Idea Bluff Springs Academy rank in TX?
Idea Bluff Springs Academy ranks #3,165 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Idea Bluff Springs Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Idea Bluff Springs Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Bluff Springs Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Idea Bluff Springs Academy has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Idea Bluff Springs Academy a charter school?
Yes, Idea Bluff Springs Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Idea Bluff Springs Academy a Title I school?
No, Idea Bluff Springs Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Idea Bluff Springs Academy?
81.9% of students at Idea Bluff Springs Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 597
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (512) 822-4200
Resources & Links
District
IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 76,819
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,857
- District Rank
- #48 of 123
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