IDEA College Prep - Pharr

IDEA College Prep - Pharr

Charter Middle, High School | Grade 6-12
600 E Las Milpas Rd,  Pharr, TX
4.1
863 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ms Claudia Ash
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Average SAT Score
860
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
41%
Reading Proficiency
53%
Average GPA
3.41
Graduation Rate
95%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
B-
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B+
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.41
Reading Proficiency
53%
Math Proficiency
41%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers
43
Full Time Teachers
43
Teachers in First or Second Year
43.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
860
Math
430
Verbal
430
Average ACT
22
Math
21
English
21
Reading
22
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
15
AP Pass Rate
51.7%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
13%
State Average
16%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
266:1

Student Diversity

Male
52%
Female
48%
Hispanic
99.4%
White
<1%
Black
<1%

School Rankings

#98 Best Charter HS in Texas
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley 354 Students
Texas A&M University 237 Students
University of Texas - Austin 149 Students
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi 129 Students
South Texas College 106 Students
University of Dallas 104 Students
The University of Texas at San Antonio 98 Students
Texas State University 90 Students
Kalamazoo College 89 Students
Rice University 82 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 68 Students
Psychology 62 Students
Nursing 38 Students
Biology 35 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 34 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 32 Students
Criminology 31 Students
Computer Science 28 Students
International Business 28 Students
Engineering 24 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 75 Reviews
3.0 Senior
9/13/2024
The schools is passable and generic. There is a problem with money, as most chairs and desks are broken. The facilities are not the greatest, as restroom break down constantly, and there is very few field trips for lack of money.
4.0 Senior
12/24/2023
My school experience in idea pharr has been from 6th grade to 12th and in those years I've gotten the best information and help from teachers who have the taught me the lessons which has prepared me for my upcoming grade levels and to graduate from a college/university
5.0 Senior
1/19/2023
With 100% college acceptances year round, this school offers the best of both private and public schools. Fully paid classes and advanced studies allow students to reach their full potential.

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IDEA College Prep - Pharr is a charter school for students in grades 6-12 in Pharr, TX and is served by the Idea Public Schools in Texas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 863 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Academic records show that 41% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 53% are proficient in reading. IDEA College Prep - Pharr has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.41, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 860 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $161,117. Discover additional schools in the area, like Valley View High School, PSJA Southwest Early College High School, Valley View Junior High School, and more. Learn more about what Pharr has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near IDEA College Prep - Pharr.

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