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IDEA Brownsville College Preparatory

IDEA Public Schools · Cameron County · 4395 PAREDES LINE RD, Brownsville, TX 78526

(956)832-5150

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8/10
#137
Rank 137 out of 592
Top 23%
English Language Arts9/10 · #93 · 85th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #211 · 65th percentile
Science8/10 · #116 · 80th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

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School Overview

Sitting at the southern tip of Texas just across the border from Matamoros, Mexico, Brownsville is a tight-knit, largely bilingual community where family and cultural pride run deep — and IDEA Brownsville College Prep reflects that spirit with a college-focused mission that consistently outpaces expectations for the region. The school shines especially in English and Science, making it a strong fit for families who want a structured, academically driven environment with a clear path toward higher education. For parents in the Rio Grande Valley looking for a public option that takes college readiness seriously, this campus is well worth a look.

Student Demographics

536 students tested · 2023-24 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
519 (97%)
White
12 (2%)
Other
5 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners246 (46%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged427 (80%)
Students with Disabilities55 (10%)

Staff & Teachers(2023-24)

689
Enrollment
47.6
Teachers (FTE)
14.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)

Graduation Rate

83.6%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

7
AP Courses
offered
26.1%
AP Participation
of students
199
AP Enrollment
students
IB Program164 students enrolled

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #197 · 77th percentile

78 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among K-12 Schools in Texas.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found