La Joya High School is a Texas UIL Division 6A high school in the La Joya Independent School District named after the city it resides in, La Joya. The school is home to students that live on the west and south areas of La Joya ISD.
Serving 2,405 students in grades 9-12, La Joya 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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: 2,405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LA JOYA H S serves the western part of La Joya, TX, covering an area of approximately 140.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 13.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Joya High School's student population of 2,405 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 164 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,405 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
164 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1941
School Rankings
La Joya 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 La Joya 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
#7115 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1997–2013. Full 26-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)60.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Coyotes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Joya High School's ranking?
La Joya High School is ranked #7115 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Joya High School?
The graduation rate of La Joya High School is 91%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend La Joya High School?
2,405 students attend La Joya High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of La Joya High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Joya High School?
La Joya High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Joya High School offer ?
La Joya High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Joya High School part of?
La Joya High School is part of La Joya Independent School District.
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