Serving 721 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea Judson Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Judson Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Idea Judson Academy's student population of 721 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 123% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
721 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Judson Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Judson Academy is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2559 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
66%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
12%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Judson Academy's ranking?
Idea Judson Academy is ranked #2559 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Judson Academy often compared to?
Idea Judson Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Sst Alamo by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Judson Academy?
721 students attend Idea Judson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Idea Judson Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Judson Academy?
Idea Judson Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Judson Academy offer ?
Idea Judson Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Judson Academy part of?
Idea Judson Academy is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Judson Academy located?
Idea Judson Academy is located in the Valley Forge neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Valley Forge.
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