Serving 367 students in grades 6-9, Idea Mesa Hills College Preparatory ranks in the top 30% 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 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 6-9
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Mesa Hills College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Idea Mesa Hills College Preparatory's student population of 367 students has grown by 73% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 110% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Mesa Hills College Preparatory ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Mesa Hills College Preparatory is 0.24, 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
#2323 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
87%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
8%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
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
78%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Mesa Hills College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Mesa Hills College Preparatory is ranked #2323 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Mesa Hills College Preparatory?
367 students attend Idea Mesa Hills College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Idea Mesa Hills College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Mesa Hills College Preparatory?
Idea Mesa Hills College Preparatory has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Mesa Hills College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Mesa Hills College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Idea Mesa Hills College Preparatory part of?
Idea Mesa Hills College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Mesa Hills College Preparatory located?
Idea Mesa Hills College Preparatory is located in the Northwest El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Northwest El Paso.
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