IDEA Frontier is an independently managed charter school within the IDEA 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ system in the Rio Grande Valley in deep South Texas, United States. It is located in Brownsville and was founded in 2006.
Serving 688 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea Frontier Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Frontier Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idea Frontier Academy's student population of 688 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
688 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Red, Yellow
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Charger
School Rankings
Idea Frontier Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Frontier Academy is 0.04, 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
#2216 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Charger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Frontier Academy's ranking?
Idea Frontier Academy is ranked #2216 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Frontier Academy often compared to?
Idea Frontier Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony Science Academy - Brownsville by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Frontier Academy?
688 students attend Idea Frontier Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Idea Frontier Academy students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Frontier Academy?
Idea Frontier Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Frontier Academy offer ?
Idea Frontier Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Frontier Academy part of?
Idea Frontier Academy is part of IDEA School District.
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