Idea Mesquite Hills Academy serves 590 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea Mesquite Hills Academy's student population of 590 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Idea Mesquite Hills Academy is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
83%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
7%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Idea Mesquite Hills Academy?
590 students attend Idea Mesquite Hills Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Idea Mesquite Hills Academy students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Mesquite Hills Academy?
Idea Mesquite Hills Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Mesquite Hills Academy offer ?
Idea Mesquite Hills Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idea Mesquite Hills Academy part of?
Idea Mesquite Hills Academy is part of IDEA School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Mesquite Hills Academy located?
Idea Mesquite Hills Academy is located in the Northeast El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Northeast El Paso.
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