Serving 35 students in grades 9-12, Edcouch-elsa H S Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edcouch-elsa H S Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Edcouch-elsa H S Academy's student population of 35 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
35 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Edcouch-elsa H S Academy is 0.00, 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)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edcouch-elsa H S Academy?
The graduation rate of Edcouch-elsa H S Academy is 70-79%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Edcouch-elsa H S Academy?
35 students attend Edcouch-elsa H S Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Edcouch-elsa H S Academy students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edcouch-elsa H S Academy?
Edcouch-elsa H S Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edcouch-elsa H S Academy offer ?
Edcouch-elsa H S Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Edcouch-elsa H S Academy part of?
Edcouch-elsa H S Academy is part of Edcouch-Elsa ISD School District.
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