Serving 728 students in grades 6-12, Idea College Prep Weslaco ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea College Prep Weslaco ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Idea College Prep Weslaco's student population of 728 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
728 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Campus Size
20 acres
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Idea College Prep Weslaco 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 College Prep Weslaco is 0.06, 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
#3546 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
3%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
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 College Prep Weslaco's ranking?
Idea College Prep Weslaco is ranked #3546 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Idea College Prep Weslaco?
The graduation rate of Idea College Prep Weslaco is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Idea College Prep Weslaco?
728 students attend Idea College Prep Weslaco.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Idea College Prep Weslaco students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea College Prep Weslaco?
Idea College Prep Weslaco has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea College Prep Weslaco offer ?
Idea College Prep Weslaco offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Idea College Prep Weslaco part of?
Idea College Prep Weslaco is part of IDEA School District.
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