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IDEA McAllen College Preparatory

IDEA Public Schools · Hidalgo County · 201 N BENTSEN RD, McAllen, TX 78501

(956)429-4100

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9/10
#114
Rank 114 out of 592
Top 19%
English Language Arts9/10 · #92 · 85th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #157 · 74th percentile
Science9/10 · #111 · 81st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

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School Overview

IDEA McAllen College Preparatory is a standout option in the Rio Grande Valley, where it consistently punches above its weight in a region that's historically faced academic resource challenges. Families who want a structured, college-focused environment for their kids will find a school that takes that mission seriously, with strong English scores and solid across-the-board performance. McAllen itself is a vibrant, fast-growing border city with deep cultural roots, and sending your child here means they're part of a community that genuinely believes in upward mobility through education.

Student Demographics

589 students tested · 2023-24 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
561 (95%)
White
16 (3%)
Other
12 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners374 (63%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged446 (76%)
Students with Disabilities39 (7%)

Staff & Teachers(2023-24)

807
Enrollment
42.1
Teachers (FTE)
19.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
5
Administrators (FTE)

Graduation Rate

99%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
29.9%
AP Participation
of students
231
AP Enrollment
students
IB Program168 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 Programs10/10 · #59 · 93rd percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found