At a glance
Reported students
474
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
32.73
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Texas high enrollment
53rd percentile
Compared with 1,941 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
681
IDEA Najim College Preparatory: 474 reported students.
State peer staffing position
56th percentile
14.5:1 reported; state peer median 13.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 272
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26.1
- Student–teacher ratio
- 10.4:1
What the reported data says about IDEA Najim College Preparatory
IDEA Najim College Preparatory is a public high school serving grades 06–12 in San Antonio. It is one of 127 current school records connected to IDEA Public Schools. NCES reports 474 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,941 high schools in Texas with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 431 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 53rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.5:1, close to the Texas median of 13.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (67.7%) and Black (27.8%). English learners represent 18.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 8.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 2 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking IDEA Najim College Preparatory
- 1How do the reported 14.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 32.73 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 18.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 8.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 89.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White1.9%
- Hispanic67.7%
- Black27.8%
- Asian0.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.4%
- Multiracial1.1%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
2 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in IDEA Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
IDEA Eastside College Preparatory
High · Grades 06–12
469 reported students
IDEA Achieve College Preparatory
High · Grades 06–12
466 reported students
IDEA Sports Park College Preparatory
High · Grades 06–12
457 reported students
IDEA Mesa Hills College Preparatory
High · Grades 06–12
533 reported students
IDEA Ingram Hills College Preparatory
High · Grades 06–12
543 reported students
IDEA Health Professions College Preparatory
High · Grades 06–12
376 reported students
Public schools near IDEA Najim College Preparatory
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston H S High · San Antonio ISD | 09–12 | 800 | 0.7 mi |
| IDEA Eastside College Preparatory High · Charter · IDEA Public Schools | 06–12 | 469 | 2.4 mi |
| Highlands H S High · San Antonio ISD | 09–12 | 1,478 | 2.9 mi |
| St Philip's Early College H S High · Charter · San Antonio ISD | 09–12 | 305 | 3 mi |
| Young Men's Leadership Academy High · Charter · San Antonio ISD | 06–12 | 242 | 3.3 mi |
| Restorative and Transition Center High · East Central ISD | 05–12 | 23 | 3.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about IDEA Najim College Preparatory
What grades does IDEA Najim College Preparatory serve?
IDEA Najim College Preparatory reports grades 06–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in IDEA Public Schools.
How many students attend IDEA Najim College Preparatory?
IDEA Najim College Preparatory reported 474 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 53rd percentile among 1,941 Texas high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 272 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at IDEA Najim College Preparatory?
The calculated ratio is 14.5:1, based on 474 students and 32.73 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Texas median for the same school level is 13.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is IDEA Najim College Preparatory a public, charter, or magnet school?
IDEA Najim College Preparatory is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of IDEA Najim College Preparatory students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
89.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is IDEA Najim College Preparatory in?
IDEA Najim College Preparatory is part of IDEA Public Schools, based in Weslaco, TX, which operates 127 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near IDEA Najim College Preparatory?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Houston H S (0.7 mi), IDEA Eastside College Preparatory (2.4 mi), Highlands H S (2.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.