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Idea North Mission College Preparatory

High School · IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

2706 N HOLLAND AVE, Mission, TX 78574

Charter

Enrollment

735

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

5.7

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,270 of 8,552

In Mission

#50 of 65

public schools

In district

#89 of 123

IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Idea North Mission College Preparatory

5.7/10

High School in Mission · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Idea North Mission College Preparatory

Idea North Mission College Preparatory is a public high school in Mission, TX, part of IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Idea North Mission College Preparatory serves approximately 735 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Idea North Mission College Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,270 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Idea North Mission College Preparatory show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Idea North Mission 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-4.03 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.7 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+12.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
College Readiness4.3Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation52%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,857
Chronic Absenteeism19.6%

Idea North Mission College Preparatory — Students at Idea North Mission College Preparatory score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 54.7% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 18 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
43.7%
ELA
55%
2024
Math
40%
ELA
55%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.

How Idea North Mission College Preparatory Compares

See how Idea North Mission College Preparatory performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in TX
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
10
5 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
52% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics10sports offered
5 boys'·5 girls'·11 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2706 N HOLLAND AVE, Mission, TX 78574

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Idea North Mission College Preparatory may also want to explore other high schools in the area. VETERANS MEMORIAL H S (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MISSION H S (rated 5.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mission, see our Mission schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
IDEA NORTH MISSION ACADEMY Mission 0.0 mi 7.7
OLLIE O'GRADY EL Mission 0.5 mi 5.5
WHITE J H Mission 0.6 mi 6.6
MIMS EL Mission 0.8 mi 6.5
HILDA C ESCOBAR/ALICIA C RIOS EL Mission 0.9 mi 7.2
MISSION H S Mission 0.9 mi 5.6
VETERANS MEMORIAL H S Mission 1.0 mi 5.8
MISSION J H Mission 1.2 mi 6.4
MARCELL EL Mission 1.3 mi 4.6
MEMORIAL MIDDLE Mission 1.4 mi 8.8
ENRIQUE KIKI CAMARENA EL Mission 1.4 mi 7.8
BRILLANTE ACADEMY Mission 1.6 mi 5.4
HURLA M MIDKIFF EL Mission 1.7 mi 5.8
MISSION EARLY LEARNING Mission 1.7 mi 3.9
PEARSON EL Mission 1.9 mi 5.2
IRENE M GARCIA MIDDLE Mission 1.8 mi 7.8
BRYAN EL Mission 2.0 mi 6.9
IDEA PALMVIEW COLLEGE PREPARATORY Mission 2.2 mi 8.6
IDEA PALMVIEW ACADEMY Mission 2.2 mi 6.6
E B REYNA EL Mission 2.1 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78574 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,536

Median Home Value

$119,000

Median Rent

$807/mo

Population

62,852

College Educated

16.1%

Homeownership

80.1%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

29.4%

Median Age

28.9

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BETA ACADEMY Houston, TX 5.8
BURKBURNETT H S Burkburnett, TX 5.8
CAMERON YOE H S Cameron, TX 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Idea North Mission College Preparatory

What grades does Idea North Mission College Preparatory serve?

Idea North Mission College Preparatory serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Idea North Mission College Preparatory?

Idea North Mission College Preparatory has an enrollment of approximately 735 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Idea North Mission College Preparatory?

The student-teacher ratio at Idea North Mission College Preparatory is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Idea North Mission College Preparatory rank in TX?

Idea North Mission College Preparatory ranks #5,270 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Idea North Mission College Preparatory's MySchoolScout rating?

Idea North Mission College Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 North Mission College Preparatory?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Idea North Mission College Preparatory has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

Is Idea North Mission College Preparatory a charter school?

Yes, Idea North Mission 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 North Mission College Preparatory a Title I school?

No, Idea North Mission College Preparatory is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Idea North Mission College Preparatory?

94.4% of students at Idea North Mission 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
735
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hidalgo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

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