Palmview High School is a public senior high school in the La Homa census-designated place in unincorporated Hidalgo County, Texas, with a Mission postal address, and a part of the La Joya Independent School District. Palmview is a Texas UIL Division 5A high school named after the city of Palmview.
Serving 2,153 students in grades 9-12, La Joya Palmview 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 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Joya Palmview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
La Joya Palmview High School's student population of 2,153 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Rankings
La Joya Palmview High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Joya Palmview 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
#6972 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lobos
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Joya Palmview High School's ranking?
La Joya Palmview High School is ranked #6972 out of 8,188 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Joya Palmview High School?
The graduation rate of La Joya Palmview High School is 84%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend La Joya Palmview High School?
2,153 students attend La Joya Palmview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of La Joya Palmview High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Joya Palmview High School?
La Joya Palmview 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 Palmview High School offer ?
La Joya Palmview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Joya Palmview High School part of?
La Joya Palmview High School is part of La Joya Independent School District.
School Reviews
2 5/30/2015
This is the worst school to attend, I didn't learn anything the four years I was there. I had to teach myself, because plenty of teachers don't care. Please don't send your children to this school, or any school in this district, you will save yourself the trouble.
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