Serving 352 students in grades 6-9, Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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: 6-9
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory's student population of 352 students has grown by 255% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 300% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
352 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory is 0.34, 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
#1903 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
81%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
8%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory is ranked #1903 out of 8,096 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory?
352 students attend Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory?
Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory part of?
Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory located?
Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory 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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