South Texas ISD World Scholars is one of STISD's four magnet high schools serving students in grades 9-12 from Cameron, Hidalgo & Willacy Counties, and is located in Edinburg, Texas. World Scholars is an International Baccalaureate Diploma Program campus, with over 50 courses to choose from.
Serving 455 students in grades 9-12, South Texas Isd World Scholars ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Texas Isd World Scholars ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
South Texas Isd World Scholars's student population of 455 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
South Texas Isd World Scholars ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Texas Isd World Scholars is 0.26, 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
#1278 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
86%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
7%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Texas Isd World Scholars's ranking?
South Texas Isd World Scholars is ranked #1278 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Texas Isd World Scholars?
The graduation rate of South Texas Isd World Scholars is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Texas Isd World Scholars?
455 students attend South Texas Isd World Scholars.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of South Texas Isd World Scholars students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Texas Isd World Scholars?
South Texas Isd World Scholars has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Texas Isd World Scholars offer ?
South Texas Isd World Scholars offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Texas Isd World Scholars part of?
South Texas Isd World Scholars is part of South Texas Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 11/4/2008
I have attended this school for six years from 7th until senior year. Besides the education being great you meet lots of different people. Its small enough for students to know their peers personally. By senior year you will have talked to everyone in your graduating class or at have had them for class. Here are the most memorable teachers. With rigorous courses as well as plenty of after school activities its hard not to be involved.
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