Serving 278 students in grades 6-8, Idea Harlingen College Preparatory ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Harlingen College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idea Harlingen College Preparatory's student population of 278 students has grown by 205% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 142% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Harlingen College Preparatory ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Harlingen College Preparatory is 0.15, 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
#3353 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
92%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
7%
26%
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
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Harlingen College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Harlingen College Preparatory is ranked #3353 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Harlingen College Preparatory often compared to?
Idea Harlingen College Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Stillman Middle School, Memorial Middle School, Gutierrez Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Harlingen College Preparatory?
278 students attend Idea Harlingen College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Idea Harlingen College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Harlingen College Preparatory?
Idea Harlingen College Preparatory has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Harlingen College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Harlingen College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Idea Harlingen College Preparatory part of?
Idea Harlingen College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
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