Serving 779 students in grades 6-12, Idea Edinburg 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 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Edinburg College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Idea Edinburg College Preparatory's student population of 779 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Mascot
Idea Jaguars
School Rankings
Idea Edinburg College Preparatory 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 Edinburg College Preparatory is 0.10, 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
#3153 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Idea Jaguars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Edinburg College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Edinburg College Preparatory is ranked #3153 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Edinburg College Preparatory often compared to?
Idea Edinburg College Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Edinburg North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Idea Edinburg College Preparatory?
The graduation rate of Idea Edinburg College Preparatory is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Idea Edinburg College Preparatory?
779 students attend Idea Edinburg College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Idea Edinburg College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Edinburg College Preparatory?
Idea Edinburg College Preparatory has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Edinburg College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Edinburg College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Idea Edinburg College Preparatory part of?
Idea Edinburg College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
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