Serving 807 students in grades 6-12, Idea Mcallen College Preparatory ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Mcallen College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Idea Mcallen College Preparatory's student population of 807 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
807 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Mcallen College Preparatory ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Mcallen College Preparatory is 0.12, 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
#1638 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
94%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Mcallen College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Mcallen College Preparatory is ranked #1638 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Idea Mcallen College Preparatory?
The graduation rate of Idea Mcallen College Preparatory is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Idea Mcallen College Preparatory?
807 students attend Idea Mcallen College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Idea Mcallen College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Mcallen College Preparatory?
Idea Mcallen College Preparatory has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Mcallen College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Mcallen College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Idea Mcallen College Preparatory part of?
Idea Mcallen College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
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