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Idea Travis Academy
School · MIDLAND ISD
900 E GIST AVE, Midland, TX 79701
Enrollment
1,195
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
1,195
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,847 of 8,552
In Midland
#24 of 44
public schools
In district
#20 of 38
MIDLAND ISD
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Idea Travis Academy
Idea Travis Academy is a public school in Midland, TX, part of MIDLAND ISD. Idea Travis Academy serves approximately 1,195 students, and covers grades Pre-K-9th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Idea Travis Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,847 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Idea Travis Academy show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Idea Travis 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 Travis 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 Travis Academy — Students at Idea Travis Academy score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 8 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: 9.9/10.
How Idea Travis Academy Compares
See how Idea Travis Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
900 E GIST AVE, Midland, TX 79701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Idea Travis Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. CARVER CENTER (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MIDLAND ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JAMES BOWIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Midland, see our Midland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MIDLAND FRESHMAN H S Midland | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| RALPH BUNCHE EL Midland | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| SOUTH EL Midland | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| CARVER CENTER Midland | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Midland | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| MIDLAND ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Midland | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| DE ZAVALA EL Midland | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| MIDLAND H S Midland | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| GENERAL TOMMY FRANKS EL Midland | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| MIDLAND ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Midland | 2.2 mi | — |
| ST ANN S SCHOOL Midland | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| VIOLA M COLEMAN H S Midland | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
| JAMES BOWIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY Midland | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| SAM HOUSTON COLLEGIATE PREPARATORY EL Midland | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Midland | 2.6 mi | 3.5 |
| PEASE COMMUNICATIONS/TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY Midland | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| LEGACY FRESHMAN H S Midland | 3.1 mi | 2.7 |
| SAN JACINTO J H Midland | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| MILAM EL Midland | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| HILLCREST SCHOOL Midland | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,679
Median Home Value
$204,000
Median Rent
$1,336/mo
Population
27,678
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
64.7%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
32
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREAT HEARTS FOREST HEIGHTS San Antonio, TX | 5.4 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Frisco, TX | 5.4 |
| ODYSSEY ACADEMY - GALVESTON Galveston, TX | 5.4 |
| SOUTHWEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Worth, TX | 5.4 |
| EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS PK-12 Dallas, TX | 5.5 |
| GREAT HEARTS ARLINGTON Arlington, TX | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Idea Travis Academy
What grades does Idea Travis Academy serve?
Idea Travis Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.
How many students attend Idea Travis Academy?
Idea Travis Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,195 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Idea Travis Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Idea Travis Academy is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Idea Travis Academy rank in TX?
Idea Travis Academy ranks #5,847 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Idea Travis Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Idea Travis Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Travis Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Idea Travis Academy has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Idea Travis Academy a charter school?
Yes, Idea Travis Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Idea Travis Academy a Title I school?
No, Idea Travis Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Idea Travis Academy?
70.8% of students at Idea Travis 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
- Pre-K – 9th
- Enrollment
- 1,195
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Midland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.9%
- Phone
- (432) 240-1000
Resources & Links
District
MIDLAND ISD- District Enrollment
- 28,752
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,367
- District Rank
- #20 of 38
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