Instr/guid Center serves 32 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Instr/guid Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Instr/guid Center's student population of 32 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
32 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Instr/guid Center 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
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
97%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
2%
8%
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
How many students attend Instr/guid Center?
32 students attend Instr/guid Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Instr/guid Center students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Instr/guid Center?
Instr/guid Center has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Instr/guid Center offer ?
Instr/guid Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Instr/guid Center part of?
Instr/guid Center is part of Mcallen Independent School District.
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