Serving 2,059 students in grades 9-12, La Joya Community High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,059 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Joya Community High School's student population of 2,059 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,059 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Joya Community High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Joya Community High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1400 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
82%
47%
Black
9%
6%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Joya Community High School's ranking?
La Joya Community High School is ranked #1400 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are La Joya Community High School often compared to?
La Joya Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Youngker High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Joya Community High School?
The graduation rate of La Joya Community High School is 79%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend La Joya Community High School?
2,059 students attend La Joya Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of La Joya Community High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Joya Community High School?
La Joya Community High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does La Joya Community High School offer ?
La Joya Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Joya Community High School part of?
La Joya Community High School is part of Tolleson Union High School District (4288).
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