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Cool Schools Rio Grande Valley
424 S 11th St, Donna, TX, 78537
Cool Schools Rio Grande Valley is a additions to existing building project at 424 S 11th St, Donna, in Hidalgo County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Apr 2027. The project has an estimated value of $233K across about 68,435 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $233K
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- Reported floor area
- 68,435 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $3/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 7 months
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13 days after the preceding date shown.
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212 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Cool Schools Rio Grande Valley
Donna Independent School District is adding outdoor educational features to A.M. Ochoa Primary Science & Sports Academy at 424 S 11th St in Donna, Texas. The TDLR-registered filing describes this work as additions to an existing building with a total project size of 68,435 sq ft. The estimated cost for this scope of work is $233,000, which computes to $3 per square foot.
The scope of work includes plantings, trees, irrigation, exterior furniture, trails, a nature learning space, and signage. This project is part of the "Cool Schools Rio Grande Valley" initiative. The design of record is by Studio Outside, and the registered accessibility specialist is Ross A Thomas. The project involves public funds and public land.
Project Status and Timeline
The project was registered with TDLR in September 2026. Construction start is scheduled for September 2026, and completion is targeted for April 2027. The scheduled build window is 212 days. This duration is longer than the county median of 153 days for similar additions to existing buildings in Hidalgo County. The estimated cost is below the county median of $300,000 for this project type.
Donna Independent School District has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $1,631,000, including C. Stainke Intermediate Science & Sports Academy and A.P. Solis Middle School in Donna. Studio Outside has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $1,398,000, including Sgt. William G. Harrell Elementary in Mercedes. These figures reflect the scale of recent educational infrastructure work in the region.
The project is located in ZIP code 78537, where the U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates indicate a population of about 51,346. The median household income is $36,331, and the median owner-occupied home value is $74,700. Hidalgo County unemployment was 6.8 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier. This context helps situate the project within the local economic and demographic landscape.
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Cool Schools Rio Grande Valley is a Additions to Existing Building project located at 424 S 11th St,, Donna, TX 78537 in Donna, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $233K covering 68,435 sq ft. Donna Independent School District is the property owner and Studio Outside is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on September 17, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the estimated cost of the project?
The estimated cost is $233,000. This is below the county median of $300,000 for similar additions to existing buildings in Hidalgo County.
When is the project targeted for completion?
The project is targeted for April 2027. Construction start is scheduled for September 2026, with a build window of 212 days.
Who is the design firm of record?
Studio Outside is the design firm of record. They have six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $1,398,000 in the region.
What is the scope of work?
The scope includes plantings, trees, irrigation, exterior furniture, trails, a nature learning space, and signage. It is part of the Cool Schools Rio Grande Valley initiative.
Is the project finished?
No, the project is not finished. It was registered with TDLR in September 2026, and completion is targeted for April 2027.
What is Cool Schools Rio Grande Valley?
Cool Schools Rio Grande Valley is a additions to existing building project at 424 S 11th St in Donna, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Plantings, Trees, Irrigation, exterior furniture, trails, nature learning space & signage,
Is Cool Schools Rio Grande Valley open in Donna?
Cool Schools Rio Grande Valley is still under construction in Donna, TX, with an estimated completion of Apr 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Cool Schools Rio Grande Valley located?
Cool Schools Rio Grande Valley is located at 424 S 11th St, Donna, TX, 78537, in Hidalgo County.
Who is the owner or developer of Cool Schools Rio Grande Valley?
Donna Independent School District is the property owner/developer of record for Cool Schools Rio Grande Valley, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Cool Schools Rio Grande Valley?
Studio Outside is the design firm of record for Cool Schools Rio Grande Valley, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Cool Schools Rio Grande Valley cost and how big is it?
Cool Schools Rio Grande Valley has an estimated construction value of $233K and approximately 68,435 square feet (about $3/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Plantings, Trees, Irrigation, exterior furniture, trails, nature learning space & signage,
Note: This project is registered under the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) program. TDLR registration is required for commercial and public facility construction to ensure compliance with accessibility requirements under Texas Government Code Chapter 469.
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424 S 11th St, Donna, TX, 78537
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