Excellent
#599 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 7% in state
Idea Palmview College Preparatory
Middle School · IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
4100 N SCHUERBACH RD, Mission, TX 78572
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 9th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#599 of 8,552
In Mission
#2 of 65
public schools
In district
#1 of 123
IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Idea Palmview College Preparatory
Middle School in Mission · grades 6th – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Idea Palmview College Preparatory
Idea Palmview College Preparatory is a public middle school in Mission, TX, part of IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Idea Palmview College Preparatory serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades 6th-9th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Idea Palmview College Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #599 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Idea Palmview College Preparatory show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Idea Palmview 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 Palmview College Preparatory — Students at Idea Palmview College Preparatory score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 10.0/10.
How Idea Palmview College Preparatory Compares
See how Idea Palmview College Preparatory 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 College Preparatory may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MEMORIAL MIDDLE (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is IRENE M GARCIA MIDDLE (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DOMINGO TREVINO MIDDLE (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Alton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mission, see our Mission schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDEA PALMVIEW ACADEMY Mission | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| 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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|---|---|
| FRANK NEWMAN MIDDLE Cotulla, TX | 8.6 |
| RICARDO MIDDLE Kingsville, TX | 8.6 |
| CHAPEL HILL J H Mount Pleasant, TX | 8.7 |
| CHISUM MIDDLE Paris, TX | 8.5 |
| HILLSBORO J H Hillsboro, TX | 8.7 |
| IDALOU MIDDLE Idalou, TX | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Idea Palmview College Preparatory
What grades does Idea Palmview College Preparatory serve?
Idea Palmview College Preparatory serves students in grades 6th through 9th.
How many students attend Idea Palmview College Preparatory?
Idea Palmview College Preparatory has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Idea Palmview College Preparatory?
The student-teacher ratio at Idea Palmview College Preparatory is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Idea Palmview College Preparatory rank in TX?
Idea Palmview College Preparatory ranks #599 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Idea Palmview College Preparatory's MySchoolScout rating?
Idea Palmview College Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 College Preparatory?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Idea Palmview College Preparatory has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Idea Palmview College Preparatory a charter school?
Yes, Idea Palmview 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 Palmview College Preparatory a Title I school?
No, Idea Palmview College Preparatory is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Idea Palmview College Preparatory?
96.2% of students at Idea Palmview 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 – 9th
- Enrollment
- 320
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.6%
- Phone
- (956) 377-8000
Resources & Links
District
IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 76,819
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,857
- District Rank
- #1 of 123
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