Serving 758 students in grades 6-12, Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 98% 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: 758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory's student population of 758 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
758 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory 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 Weslaco Pike College Preparatory is 0.04, 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
#3133 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
IDEA School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory's ranking?
Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory is ranked #3133 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory?
The graduation rate of Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory?
758 students attend Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory?
Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory offer ?
Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory part of?
Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory is part of IDEA School District.
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