Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School

801 N College Dr
La Joya, TX 78560
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 471 students in grades 9-12, Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 471 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • : ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 65-69% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School's student population of 471 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
471 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

School Rankings

Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#702 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
65-69%
44%
70-74%
51%
80-84%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.00
≥95%
90%
(22-23)
9.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School's ranking?
Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School is ranked #702 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School?
471 students attend Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School?
Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School offer ?
Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School part of?
Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School is part of La Joya Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 471 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • : ≥95% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 65-69% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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