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Idea Spears Academy
Elementary School · IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
2010 SPEARS RD, Houston, TX 77067
Enrollment
750
Student-Teacher
27.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
750
Student-Teacher
27.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,342 of 8,552
In Houston
#280 of 723
public schools
In district
#73 of 123
IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Idea Spears Academy
Elementary School in Houston · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Idea Spears Academy
Idea Spears Academy is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Idea Spears Academy serves approximately 750 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 27.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Idea Spears Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,342 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Idea Spears Academy show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Idea Spears Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Idea Spears Academy runs 27.8:1 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 Spears 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.
Score Breakdown
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Idea Spears Academy — Students at Idea Spears Academy score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Idea Spears Academy Compares
See how Idea Spears Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2010 SPEARS RD, Houston, TX 77067
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Idea Spears Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DONNA LEWIS EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARMONY SCHOOL OF ENRICHMENT - HOUSTON (rated 7.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOYLAND EL (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDEA SPEARS COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| HERITAGE EL Houston | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| CLARK EL Houston | 0.5 mi | 2.8 |
| SPRING LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Houston | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| DELORAS E THOMPSON EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| STELLE CLAUGHTON MIDDLE Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| JOAN LINK EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| CRANBROOK LEARNING CONNECTION Houston | 1.2 mi | — |
| DAVIS H S ALDINE Houston | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL - FALLBROOK Lewisville | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| SPENCE EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 2.0 |
| HOYLAND EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PLUMMER MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 2.7 |
| DONNA LEWIS EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| RALPH EICKENROHT EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| CONLEY EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| EDWARD ROBERSON MIDDLE Houston | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| TWO DIMENSIONS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Houston | 1.9 mi | 2.1 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF ADVANCEMENT-HOUSTON Houston | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF ENRICHMENT - HOUSTON Houston | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,278
Median Home Value
$174,600
Median Rent
$1,138/mo
Population
31,800
College Educated
12.2%
Homeownership
44.2%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
25.6%
Median Age
32
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| BENS BRANCH EL Porter, TX | 6.3 |
| BIRDVILLE EL Haltom City, TX | 6.3 |
| BRYANT EL Arlington, TX | 6.3 |
| CARROLLTON EL Carrollton, TX | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Idea Spears Academy
What grades does Idea Spears Academy serve?
Idea Spears Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Idea Spears Academy?
Idea Spears Academy has an enrollment of approximately 750 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Idea Spears Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Idea Spears Academy is 27.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Idea Spears Academy rank in TX?
Idea Spears Academy ranks #4,342 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Idea Spears Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Idea Spears Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Spears Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Idea Spears Academy has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Idea Spears Academy a charter school?
Yes, Idea Spears Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Idea Spears Academy a Title I school?
No, Idea Spears Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Idea Spears Academy?
90.0% of students at Idea Spears 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
- 750
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (832) 366-1309
Resources & Links
District
IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 76,819
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,857
- District Rank
- #73 of 123
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