Summary:
The city of La Joya, Texas, is home to 9 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 4 high schools. The schools in this area serve a predominantly Hispanic student population, with many students coming from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Two standout schools in the La Joya area are Thelma Rosa Salinas STEM Early College High School and Jimmy Carter Early College High School. These two early college high schools have exceptional graduation rates of 100% and very low dropout rates of 0%, despite serving student populations where over 87% of students receive free or reduced-price lunch. Their test scores are also significantly higher than the district and state averages, demonstrating that high-quality education can be provided to economically disadvantaged students.
In contrast, La Joya High School has lower test scores and a graduation rate of 90.8%, with a 3.4% dropout rate. The other schools in the La Joya Independent School District and the Idea Public Schools district show a mix of performance, with some schools outperforming the district and state averages, while others lag behind. The data highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to ensure more equitable educational outcomes across the La Joya community.
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