Johnny G. Economedes High School, also known as Economedes or JEHS, is a public school in unincorporated Hidalgo County, Texas, USA, east of Edinburg. It is part of the Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District and is one of the district's four high schools.
Serving 2,689 students in grades 9-12, Economedes High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Economedes High School serves the southeastern part of Edinburg, TX, covering an area of approximately 77.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 10.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Economedes High School's student population of 2,689 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 179 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,689 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
179 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Economedes High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Economedes High School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#7085 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2009–2019. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2005–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Orange
School Mascot
Jaguar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Economedes High School's ranking?
Economedes High School is ranked #7085 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Economedes High School?
The graduation rate of Economedes High School is 91%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Economedes High School?
2,689 students attend Economedes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Economedes High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Economedes High School?
Economedes High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Economedes High School offer ?
Economedes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Economedes High School part of?
Economedes High School is part of Edinburg CISD School District.
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