Excellent
#1287 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 15% in state
Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory
Middle School · IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
11881 DYER ST, EL Paso, TX 79934
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,287 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#22 of 206
public schools
In district
#10 of 123
IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory
Middle School in EL Paso · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory
Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory is a public middle school in EL Paso, TX, part of IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,287 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory — Students at Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory Compares
See how Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11881 DYER ST, EL Paso, TX 79934
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. RICHARDSON MIDDLE (rated 6.0/10, 4.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is PARKLAND PRE-ENGINEERING MIDDLE (rated 5.6/10, 4.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, CHARLES MIDDLE (rated 4.8/10, 4.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDEA MESQUITE HILLS ACADEMY El Paso | 0.0 mi | 4.4 |
| DESERTAIRE EL El Paso | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| NORTH STAR EL El Paso | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| BARRON EL El Paso | 3.2 mi | 4.1 |
| PARKLAND EL El Paso | 3.7 mi | 7.8 |
| DR JOSEPH TORRES EL El Paso | 3.9 mi | 6.8 |
| PARKLAND H S El Paso | 4.2 mi | 6.5 |
| FLYING COLORS LEARNING CENTER #3 El Paso | 4.4 mi | — |
| PARKLAND PRE-ENGINEERING MIDDLE El Paso | 4.4 mi | 5.6 |
| NEWMAN EL El Paso | 4.3 mi | 4.5 |
| MOST HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL El Paso | 4.4 mi | 5.3 |
| ANDRESS H S El Paso | 4.4 mi | 4.6 |
| TOM LEA JR EL El Paso | 4.1 mi | 6.8 |
| PARKLAND PRE K CENTER El Paso | 4.9 mi | 4.9 |
| NORTHEAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY El Paso | 4.8 mi | 8.1 |
| RICHARDSON MIDDLE El Paso | 4.4 mi | 6.0 |
| DOLPHIN TERRACE EL El Paso | 4.9 mi | 6.0 |
| CHARLES MIDDLE El Paso | 4.6 mi | 4.8 |
| NIXON EL El Paso | 4.5 mi | 4.8 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - EL PASO El Paso | 4.9 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79934 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,442
Median Home Value
$197,300
Median Rent
$1,387/mo
Population
27,347
College Educated
36.6%
Homeownership
68.8%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
29.5
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| BORGER MIDDLE Borger, TX | 8.1 |
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| ANTHONY MIDDLE Anthony, TX | 8.2 |
| BLANCO MIDDLE Blanco, TX | 8.0 |
| BROWNSBORO J H Brownsboro, TX | 8.2 |
| CHILDRESS J H Childress, TX | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory
What grades does Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory serve?
Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory?
Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory?
The student-teacher ratio at Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory rank in TX?
Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory ranks #1,287 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory's MySchoolScout rating?
Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory a charter school?
Yes, Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory a Title I school?
No, Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory?
76.3% of students at Idea Mesquite Hills College Preparatory qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 295
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.5%
- Phone
- (915) 888-4700
Resources & Links
District
IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 76,819
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,857
- District Rank
- #10 of 123
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