Below Average
#6509 of 8,552 schools in TX
Donna H S
High School · DONNA ISD
116 N 10TH ST, Donna, TX 78537
Enrollment
2,075
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,075
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,509 of 8,552
In Donna
#15 of 21
public schools
In district
#13 of 19
DONNA ISD
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About Donna H S
Donna H S is a public high school in Donna, TX, part of DONNA ISD. Donna H S serves approximately 2,075 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Donna H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #6,509 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Donna H S show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Donna H S is a large school: 2,075 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
58% of students at Donna H S were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Donna H S — Students at Donna H S score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.
How Donna H S Compares
See how Donna H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
116 N 10TH ST, Donna, TX 78537
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Donna H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. IDEA COLLEGE PREP (rated 6.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WESLACO H S (rated 5.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Weslaco), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Donna, see our Donna schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| T PRICE EL Donna | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| W A TODD MIDDLE Donna | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| GUZMAN EL Donna | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| LE NOIR EL Donna | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| A M OCHOA EL Donna | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| C STAINKE EL Donna | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| A P SOLIS MIDDLE Donna | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| VETERANS MIDDLE Donna | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ELOY GARZA SALAZAR EL Donna | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| IDEA COLLEGE PREP Donna | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| IDEA ACADEMY Donna | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| JULIAN S ADAME Donna | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| CLECKLER/HEALD EL Weslaco | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| MID VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Weslaco | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| M RIVAS PRI DISCOVERY ACADEMY Donna | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| J W CACERES DISCOVERY INT ACADEMY Donna | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| WESLACO H S Weslaco | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| HORIZON MONTESSORI II - STEM ACADEMY Weslaco | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| BEATRIZ G GARZA MIDDLE Weslaco | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| DORA M SAUCEDA MIDDLE Donna | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78537 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,331
Median Home Value
$74,700
Median Rent
$744/mo
Population
51,346
College Educated
10.3%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
41.4%
Median Age
25.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AKINS H S Austin, TX | 4.9 |
| CANEY CREEK H S Conroe, TX | 4.9 |
| MEMORIAL H S Port Arthur, TX | 4.9 |
| ROY MILLER H S AND METRO SCHOOL OF DESIGN Corpus Christi, TX | 4.9 |
| WACO H S Waco, TX | 4.9 |
| WESLACO EAST H S Weslaco, TX | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Donna H S
What grades does Donna H S serve?
Donna H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Donna H S?
Donna H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,075 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Donna H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Donna H S is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Donna H S rank in TX?
Donna H S ranks #6,509 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Donna H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Donna H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Donna H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Donna H S has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Donna H S a charter school?
No, Donna H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Donna H S a Title I school?
No, Donna H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Donna H S?
91.4% of students at Donna H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,075
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 144
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.3%
- Phone
- (956) 464-1700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
DONNA ISD- District Enrollment
- 13,131
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,197
- District Rank
- #13 of 19
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