Serving 848 students in grades 6-12, Idea College Preparatory Pharr ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 848 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea College Preparatory Pharr ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Idea College Preparatory Pharr's student population of 848 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
848 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Idea College Preparatory Pharr ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea College Preparatory Pharr is 0.00, 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
#3796 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea College Preparatory Pharr's ranking?
Idea College Preparatory Pharr is ranked #3796 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea College Preparatory Pharr often compared to?
Idea College Preparatory Pharris often viewed alongside schools like Vanguard Mozart, Vanguard Rembrandt by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Idea College Preparatory Pharr?
The graduation rate of Idea College Preparatory Pharr is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Idea College Preparatory Pharr?
848 students attend Idea College Preparatory Pharr.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Idea College Preparatory Pharr students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea College Preparatory Pharr?
Idea College Preparatory Pharr has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea College Preparatory Pharr offer ?
Idea College Preparatory Pharr offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Idea College Preparatory Pharr part of?
Idea College Preparatory Pharr is part of IDEA School District.
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