Serving 738 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idea Mcallen Academy 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 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 738 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Mcallen Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Idea Mcallen Academy's student population of 738 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
738 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Rankings
Idea Mcallen Academy 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 Mcallen Academy is 0.12, 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
#2468 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
94%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
4%
24%
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
78%
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
What is Idea Mcallen Academy's ranking?
Idea Mcallen Academy is ranked #2468 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idea Mcallen Academy often compared to?
Idea Mcallen Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Rayburn Elementary School, Lloyd & Dolly Bentsen Elementary School, Harry Shimotsu Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Mcallen Academy?
738 students attend Idea Mcallen Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Idea Mcallen Academy students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Mcallen Academy?
Idea Mcallen Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Mcallen Academy offer ?
Idea Mcallen Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Mcallen Academy part of?
Idea Mcallen Academy is part of IDEA School District.
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