Idea Mesquite Hills Academy serves 641 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea Mesquite Hills Academy's student population of 641 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
641 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Idea Mesquite Hills Academy is 0.33, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
81%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
8%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Idea Mesquite Hills Academy?
641 students attend Idea Mesquite Hills Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Idea Mesquite Hills Academy students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Mesquite Hills Academy?
Idea Mesquite Hills Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Mesquite Hills Academy offer ?
Idea Mesquite Hills Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Mesquite Hills Academy part of?
Idea Mesquite Hills Academy is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Mesquite Hills Academy located?
Idea Mesquite Hills Academy is located in the Northeast El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Northeast El Paso.
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