Serving 2,073 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,073 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LA Joya Palmview High School serves the southeast part of Mission, TX, covering an area of approximately 20.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Joya Palmview High School's student population of 2,073 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,073 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Year Founded
2008
School Rankings
La Joya Palmview 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 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
#6746 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Joya Palmview High School's ranking?
La Joya Palmview High School is ranked #6746 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend La Joya Palmview High School?
2,073 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 10/10/2025
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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