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#2458 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 29% in state

Idea Rise College Preparatory

Middle School · IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

3000 S CHERRY LN, Fort Worth, TX 76116

Charter

Enrollment

561

Student-Teacher

20:1

Score

7.4

Grades

6th – 10th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#2,458 of 8,552

In Fort Worth

#30 of 235

public schools

In district

#35 of 123

IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Idea Rise College Preparatory

7.4/10

Middle School in Fort Worth · grades 6th – 10th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Idea Rise College Preparatory

Idea Rise College Preparatory is a public middle school in Fort Worth, TX, part of IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Idea Rise College Preparatory serves approximately 561 students, and covers grades 6th-10th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Idea Rise College Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,458 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Idea Rise College Preparatory show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Idea Rise College Preparatory 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-0.38 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.1Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.7 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+13.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,857
Chronic Absenteeism13%

Idea Rise College Preparatory — Students at Idea Rise College Preparatory score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 58.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 52.4% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 8 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
57%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
78.8%
ELA
61.5%
2024
Math
39%
ELA
62%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Idea Rise College Preparatory Compares

See how Idea Rise College Preparatory performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
71th percentile in TX
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

Location

3000 S CHERRY LN, Fort Worth, TX 76116

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Idea Rise College Preparatory may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. APPLIED LEARNING ACAD (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is BREWER MIDDLE (rated 5.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby White Settlement), a more accessible option. Additionally, MONNIG MIDDLE (rated 3.2/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
IDEA RISE ACADEMY Fort Worth 0.0 mi 6.7
WESTERN HILLS PRI Fort Worth 0.5 mi 3.8
WESTERN HILLS EL Fort Worth 0.7 mi 2.2
WESTERN HILLS H S Fort Worth 0.9 mi 4.2
ST PETER THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CLASSICAL SCHOOL Fort Worth 1.1 mi 6.8
APPLIED LEARNING ACAD Fort Worth 1.1 mi 5.8
BREWER MIDDLE White Settlement 1.2 mi 5.2
FINE ARTS ACADEMY Fort Worth 1.2 mi 8.3
WAVERLY PARK EL Fort Worth 1.2 mi 3.3
LUELLA MERRETT EL Fort Worth 1.3 mi 6.4
RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY FORT WORTH Fort Worth 1.3 mi 3.4
LIBERTY EL White Settlement 1.5 mi 4.6
LEONARD MIDDLE Fort Worth 1.4 mi 2.0
M L PHILLIPS EL Fort Worth 1.4 mi 2.6
MONNIG MIDDLE Fort Worth 1.4 mi 3.2
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FORT WORTH Fort Worth 1.5 mi 7.0
PREMIER H S OF FORT WORTH Lewisville 1.7 mi 3.2
WORLD LANGUAGES INSTITUTE Fort Worth 2.0 mi 5.3
WEST EL White Settlement 2.2 mi 5.2
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Worth 2.1 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,738

Median Home Value

$286,500

Median Rent

$1,205/mo

Population

49,685

College Educated

32.5%

Homeownership

35.8%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

22.5%

Median Age

34.7

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B MCDANIEL INT Denison, TX 7.4
BONHAM MIDDLE Temple, TX 7.4
BRUCE J H Gilmer, TX 7.4
CUERO J H Cuero, TX 7.4
DUMAS INT Dumas, TX 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Idea Rise College Preparatory

What grades does Idea Rise College Preparatory serve?

Idea Rise College Preparatory serves students in grades 6th through 10th.

How many students attend Idea Rise College Preparatory?

Idea Rise College Preparatory has an enrollment of approximately 561 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Idea Rise College Preparatory?

The student-teacher ratio at Idea Rise College Preparatory is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Idea Rise College Preparatory rank in TX?

Idea Rise College Preparatory ranks #2,458 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Idea Rise College Preparatory's MySchoolScout rating?

Idea Rise College Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Rise College Preparatory?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Idea Rise College Preparatory has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

Is Idea Rise College Preparatory a charter school?

Yes, Idea Rise College Preparatory is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Idea Rise College Preparatory a Title I school?

No, Idea Rise College Preparatory is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Idea Rise College Preparatory?

89.1% of students at Idea Rise College Preparatory 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 10th
Enrollment
561
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

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