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 2,624 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,624 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Joya High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
La Joya High School's student population of 2,624 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 224 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
224 teachers
Year Founded
1941
School Rankings
La Joya 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 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
#6591 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
88%
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: Coyotes
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Joya High School's ranking?
La Joya High School is ranked #6591 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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 88%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend La Joya High School?
2,624 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 12:1, which is lower 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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