Average
#3847 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 45% in state
Idea Palmview Academy
Elementary School · IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
4100 N SCHUERBACH RD, Mission, TX 78572
Enrollment
688
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
688
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,847 of 8,552
In Mission
#34 of 65
public schools
In district
#64 of 123
IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Idea Palmview Academy
Idea Palmview Academy is a public elementary school in Mission, TX, part of IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Idea Palmview Academy serves approximately 688 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Idea Palmview Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,847 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Idea Palmview Academy show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Idea Palmview Academy runs 21.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Idea Palmview Academy 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.
30% of students at Idea Palmview Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Idea Palmview Academy — Students at Idea Palmview Academy score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.1%
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 Palmview Academy Compares
See how Idea Palmview Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4100 N SCHUERBACH RD, Mission, TX 78572
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Idea Palmview Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E B REYNA EL (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LLOYD M BENTSEN EL (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ENRIQUE KIKI CAMARENA EL (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mission, see our Mission schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDEA PALMVIEW COLLEGE PREPARATORY Mission | 0.0 mi | 8.6 |
| LA JOYA PALMVIEW H S Mission | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| LLOYD M BENTSEN EL Mission | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| ENRIQUE KIKI CAMARENA EL Mission | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| DIAZ-VILLARREAL EL Mission | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| MEMORIAL MIDDLE Mission | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| PATRICIO PEREZ EL Mission | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| NARCISO CAVAZOS Mission | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| DR AMERICO PAREDES EL Mission | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| IRENE M GARCIA MIDDLE Mission | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| HILDA C ESCOBAR/ALICIA C RIOS EL Mission | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| E B REYNA EL Mission | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| PREMIER H S OF PALMVIEW Lewisville | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| CARL C WAITZ EL Mission | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| DOMINGO TREVINO MIDDLE Alton | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| RAQUEL CAVAZOS EL Mission | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| MISSION COLLEGIATE H S Alton | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| JUAN DE DIOS SALINAS MIDDLE Mission | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| IDEA NORTH MISSION ACADEMY Mission | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| IDEA NORTH MISSION COLLEGE PREPARATORY Mission | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,029
Median Home Value
$121,900
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
78,197
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
38.2
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| ACADEMY EL Little River, TX | 6.6 |
| ANDERSON EL Conroe, TX | 6.6 |
| ANDREWS EL Portland, TX | 6.6 |
| ARMANDO CERNA EL Eagle Pass, TX | 6.6 |
| ATHERTON EL Houston, TX | 6.6 |
| B H HAMBLEN EL Channelview, TX | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Idea Palmview Academy
What grades does Idea Palmview Academy serve?
Idea Palmview Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Idea Palmview Academy?
Idea Palmview Academy has an enrollment of approximately 688 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Idea Palmview Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Idea Palmview Academy is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Idea Palmview Academy rank in TX?
Idea Palmview Academy ranks #3,847 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Idea Palmview Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Idea Palmview Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Palmview Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Idea Palmview Academy has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Idea Palmview Academy a charter school?
Yes, Idea Palmview Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Idea Palmview Academy a Title I school?
No, Idea Palmview Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Idea Palmview Academy?
98.1% of students at Idea Palmview Academy 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 688
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (956) 424-4900
Resources & Links
District
IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 76,819
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,857
- District Rank
- #64 of 123
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