Very Good
#1770 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 21% in state
Idea Sports Park Academy
Elementary School · IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
6650 OLD ALICE RD, Brownsville, TX 78526
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,770 of 8,552
In Brownsville
#15 of 66
public schools
In district
#23 of 123
IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Idea Sports Park Academy
Elementary School in Brownsville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Idea Sports Park Academy
Idea Sports Park Academy is a public elementary school in Brownsville, TX, part of IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Idea Sports Park Academy serves approximately 592 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Idea Sports Park Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,770 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Idea Sports Park Academy show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Idea Sports Park 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.
Idea Sports Park Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Idea Sports Park Academy — Students at Idea Sports Park Academy score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.7%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Idea Sports Park Academy Compares
See how Idea Sports Park Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6650 OLD ALICE RD, Brownsville, TX 78526
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Idea Sports Park Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROMESA COLLEGE PREP BROWNSVILLE (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PAREDES EL (rated 8.5/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BENAVIDES EL (rated 8.3/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brownsville, see our Brownsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDEA SPORTS PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY Brownsville | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| OLMITO EL Los Fresnos | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| RANCHO VERDE EL Los Fresnos | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| JUBILEE BROWNSVILLE San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| RESACA MIDDLE Los Fresnos | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| VILLAREAL EL Los Fresnos | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| PROMESA COLLEGE PREP BROWNSVILLE Brownsville | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| BURNS EL Brownsville | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| PULLAM EL Brownsville | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| VELA MIDDLE Brownsville | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| YTURRIA EL Brownsville | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| STILLMAN MIDDLE Brownsville | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| IDEA BROWNSVILLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Brownsville | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| IDEA BROWNSVILLE ACADEMY Brownsville | 2.8 mi | 4.1 |
| BENAVIDES EL Brownsville | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| DORA ROMERO EL Los Fresnos | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| PAREDES EL Brownsville | 3.3 mi | 8.5 |
| MANZANO MIDDLE Brownsville | 3.7 mi | 7.6 |
| GALLEGOS EL Brownsville | 3.5 mi | 7.3 |
| KELLER EL Brownsville | 3.8 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78526 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,143
Median Home Value
$158,300
Median Rent
$1,080/mo
Population
59,719
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Median Age
29.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Idea Sports Park Academy
What grades does Idea Sports Park Academy serve?
Idea Sports Park Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Idea Sports Park Academy?
Idea Sports Park Academy has an enrollment of approximately 592 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Idea Sports Park Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Idea Sports Park Academy is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Idea Sports Park Academy rank in TX?
Idea Sports Park Academy ranks #1,770 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Idea Sports Park Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Idea Sports Park Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Sports Park Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Idea Sports Park Academy has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Idea Sports Park Academy a charter school?
Yes, Idea Sports Park Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Idea Sports Park Academy a Title I school?
No, Idea Sports Park Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Idea Sports Park Academy?
86.7% of students at Idea Sports Park 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 592
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Cameron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.9%
- Phone
- (956) 832-5300
Resources & Links
District
IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 76,819
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,857
- District Rank
- #23 of 123
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