INNOVATION DESIGN ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACADEMY

INNOVATION DESIGN ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACADEMY is a Title I public secondary school that is part of the DALLAS ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 263 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 11th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, INNOVATION DESIGN ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The **INNOVATION DESIGN ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACADEMY (IDEA)**, located on Ross Avenue in Dallas, is a specialized magnet school within the Dallas Independent School District (DISD). Designed to bridge the gap between traditional academics and the professional world, the academy focuses on cultivating a mindset of innovation, creativity, and business leadership. The curriculum is built around project-based learning, where students are challenged to solve real-world problems by applying design-thinking principles, technological proficiency, and strategic business planning.

Beyond standard coursework, the school distinguishes itself by fostering an environment that mimics a modern startup incubator. Students are encouraged to develop their own ventures, pitch ideas, and collaborate on multidisciplinary teams, gaining practical experience that prepares them for higher education and the modern workforce. By integrating entrepreneurship into the core fabric of its educational model, IDEA aims to equip its students with the agility, leadership skills, and creative confidence necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving global economy.

For more information, contact INNOVATION DESIGN ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACADEMY at (972) 794-6800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.