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#4399 of 8,552 schools in TX
Edinburg H S
High School · EDINBURG CISD
P O BOX 990, Edinburg, TX 78540
Enrollment
2,352
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,352
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,399 of 8,552
In Edinburg
#36 of 52
public schools
In district
#29 of 42
EDINBURG CISD
Equity
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Edinburg H S
Edinburg H S is a public high school in Edinburg, TX, part of EDINBURG CISD. Edinburg H S serves approximately 2,352 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Edinburg H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,399 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Edinburg H S show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Edinburg H S is a large school: 2,352 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.
39% of students at Edinburg 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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Edinburg H S — Students at Edinburg H S score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.7%
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: 6.0/10.
How Edinburg H S Compares
See how Edinburg 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
P O BOX 990, Edinburg, TX 78540
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edinburg H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ROBERT R VELA H S (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA TOROS COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Edinburg, see our Edinburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ESCANDON EL Edinburg | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| CANO-GONZALEZ EL Edinburg | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| MACARIA DELA GARZA GORENA EL Edinburg | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| BETTS EL Edinburg | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| VANGUARD BEETHOVEN Edinburg | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| DR THOMAS ESPARZA EL Edinburg | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| ROBERT R VELA H S Edinburg | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| IDEA TOROS COLLEGE PREPARATORY Edinburg | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| FRANCISCO BARRIENTES MIDDLE Edinburg | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ST MATTHEW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Edinburg | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| TRAVIS EL Edinburg | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| L B JOHNSON EL Edinburg | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| IDEA OWASSA ACADEMY Pharr | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| IDEA OWASSA COLLEGE PREPARATORY Pharr | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM Edinburg | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Edinburg | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| ARNOLDO CANTU SR EL San Juan | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| AUSTIN EL Edinburg | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| DRS REED - MOCK EL San Juan | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Edinburg | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edinburg H S
What grades does Edinburg H S serve?
Edinburg H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Edinburg H S?
Edinburg H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edinburg H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Edinburg H S is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edinburg H S rank in TX?
Edinburg H S ranks #4,399 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Edinburg H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Edinburg H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Edinburg H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edinburg H S has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Edinburg H S a charter school?
No, Edinburg H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edinburg H S a Title I school?
No, Edinburg H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edinburg H S?
84.7% of students at Edinburg 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
- 2,352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 166
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.9%
- Phone
- (956) 289-2400
- 4-Year Graduation
- 89.0%
Resources & Links
District
EDINBURG CISD- District Enrollment
- 33,810
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,129
- District Rank
- #29 of 42
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