Average
#4750 of 8,552 schools in TX
Instr/guid Center
High School · MCALLEN ISD
2604 GALVESTON AVE, Mcallen, TX 78501
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 36 schools in Mcallen. Learn more
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
2.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
2.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,750 of 8,552
In Mcallen
#32 of 37
public schools
In district
#27 of 30
MCALLEN ISD
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Instr/guid Center
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About Instr/guid Center
Instr/guid Center is a public high school in Mcallen, TX, part of MCALLEN ISD. Instr/guid Center serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 2.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Instr/guid Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,750 of 8,552 schools in TX.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, Instr/guid Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 2.7:1 students to teachers, Instr/guid Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Instr/guid Center Compares
See how Instr/guid Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2604 GALVESTON AVE, Mcallen, TX 78501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Instr/guid Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ACHIEVE EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 9.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MCALLEN H S (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROWE H S (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Mc Allen), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mcallen, see our Mcallen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THIGPEN-ZAVALA EL Mcallen | 0.1 mi | 8.5 |
| TAYLOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mcallen | 0.6 mi | — |
| ESCANDON EL Mcallen | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| ALVAREZ EL Mcallen | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-MCALLEN Mcallen | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| HORIZON MONTESSORI - STEM ACADEMY Mcallen | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| BROWN MIDDLE Mcallen | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| ACHIEVE EARLY COLLEGE H S Mcallen | 1.4 mi | 9.5 |
| IDEA MCALLEN COLLEGE PREPARATORY Mcallen | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| IDEA MCALLEN ACADEMY Mcallen | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| WILSON EL Mcallen | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| TRAVIS MIDDLE Mcallen | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| FIELDS EL Mcallen | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| LAMAR ACADEMY Mcallen | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| SEGUIN EL Mcallen | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| ROWE H S Mc Allen | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| MCALLEN H S Mcallen | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| ROMULO D MARTINEZ EL Mission | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| LLOYD & DOLLY BENTSEN EL Mission | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| MCAULIFFE EL Mcallen | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,451
Median Home Value
$149,000
Median Rent
$943/mo
Population
59,095
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LAUREL RIDGE San Antonio, TX | 6.1 |
| PREMIER H S OF TYLER Lewisville, TX | 6.0 |
| KEYS H S Euless, TX | 6.2 |
| FALLS CAREER H S Marble Falls, TX | 5.9 |
| STARS ACCELERATED H S Granbury, TX | 5.9 |
| HUNTINGTON-SURREY HIGH SCHOOL Austin, TX | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Instr/guid Center
What grades does Instr/guid Center serve?
Instr/guid Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Instr/guid Center?
Instr/guid Center has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Instr/guid Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Instr/guid Center is 2.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Instr/guid Center rank in TX?
Instr/guid Center ranks #4,750 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Instr/guid Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Instr/guid Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Instr/guid Center a charter school?
No, Instr/guid Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Instr/guid Center a Title I school?
No, Instr/guid Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Instr/guid Center?
96.9% of students at Instr/guid Center 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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- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 32
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Phone
- (956) 971-4393
Resources & Links
District
MCALLEN ISD- District Enrollment
- 20,095
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,409
- District Rank
- #27 of 30
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