Serving 358 students in grades 9-12, Jimmy Carter Early College High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jimmy Carter Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jimmy Carter Early College High School's student population of 358 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jimmy Carter Early College High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jimmy Carter Early College 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
#2207 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
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
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jimmy Carter Early College High School's ranking?
Jimmy Carter Early College High School is ranked #2207 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jimmy Carter Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Jimmy Carter Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jimmy Carter Early College High School?
358 students attend Jimmy Carter Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jimmy Carter Early College High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jimmy Carter Early College High School?
Jimmy Carter Early College High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jimmy Carter Early College High School offer ?
Jimmy Carter Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jimmy Carter Early College High School part of?
Jimmy Carter Early College High School is part of La Joya ISD School District.
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