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#3846 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 45% in state
Idea Eastside Academy
Elementary School · IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
2519 MARTIN LUTHER KING DR, San Antonio, TX 78203
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,846 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#120 of 516
public schools
In district
#63 of 123
IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Idea Eastside Academy
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About Idea Eastside Academy
Idea Eastside Academy is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Idea Eastside Academy serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Idea Eastside Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,846 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Idea Eastside Academy show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Idea Eastside Academy runs 25.1:1 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 Eastside 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.
42% of students at Idea Eastside 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 Eastside Academy — Students at Idea Eastside Academy score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 16 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: 9.2/10.
How Idea Eastside Academy Compares
See how Idea Eastside Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2519 MARTIN LUTHER KING DR, San Antonio, TX 78203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Idea Eastside Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HIGHLAND PARK EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GATES EL (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, IDEA CARVER ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDEA EASTSIDE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 0.0 mi | 4.7 |
| DORIE MILLER EL San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| ST PHILIP'S COLLEGE EARLY COLLEGE H S WITH SAISD San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| TYNAN EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| SMITH EL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| GATES EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ST GERARD CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| WASHINGTON EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| EDGAR ALLAN POE STEM DUAL LANGUAGE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| DEMOCRACY PREP AT STEWART ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| M L KING ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| HIGHLAND PARK EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| HIGHLANDS H S San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| PERSHING EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| HERFF EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| IDEA CARVER COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| IDEA CARVER ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| DOUGLASS EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 2.4 |
| CAMERON EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,815
Median Home Value
$139,900
Median Rent
$989/mo
Population
4,845
College Educated
13.7%
Homeownership
47.6%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
33.5%
Median Age
35
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Idea Eastside Academy
What grades does Idea Eastside Academy serve?
Idea Eastside Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Idea Eastside Academy?
Idea Eastside Academy has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Idea Eastside Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Idea Eastside Academy is 25.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Idea Eastside Academy rank in TX?
Idea Eastside Academy ranks #3,846 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Idea Eastside Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Idea Eastside Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Eastside Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Idea Eastside Academy has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Idea Eastside Academy a charter school?
Yes, Idea Eastside Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Idea Eastside Academy a Title I school?
No, Idea Eastside Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Idea Eastside Academy?
97.4% of students at Idea Eastside 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
- 427
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.7%
- Phone
- (210) 239-4800
Resources & Links
District
IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 76,819
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,857
- District Rank
- #63 of 123
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