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#6285 of 8,552 schools in TX

Juarez-lincoln H S

High School · LA JOYA ISD

7801 W MILE 7 RD, Mission, TX 78574

Enrollment

1,974

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,285 of 8,552

In Mission

#59 of 65

public schools

In district

#36 of 36

LA JOYA ISD

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Juarez-lincoln H S

5.1/10

High School in Mission · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Juarez-lincoln H S

Juarez-lincoln H S is a public high school in Mission, TX, part of LA JOYA ISD. Juarez-lincoln H S serves approximately 1,974 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Juarez-lincoln H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #6,285 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Juarez-lincoln H S show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

61% of students at Juarez-lincoln 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.3 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
College Readiness5.1Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate80%
AP Participation24.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,592
Chronic Absenteeism61%

Juarez-lincoln H S — Students at Juarez-lincoln H S score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 49.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 43.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
56%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
16%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
23%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
20%
2024
Math
36%
ELA
32%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Juarez-lincoln H S Compares

See how Juarez-lincoln H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
27th percentile in TX
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
147 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
61.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
24.8% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·56 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7801 W MILE 7 RD, Mission, TX 78574

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Juarez-lincoln H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MISSION COLLEGIATE H S (rated 8.9/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Alton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LA JOYA PALMVIEW H S (rated 5.5/10, 5.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mission, see our Mission schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
JUAN SEGUIN EL Mission 0.5 mi 5.4
DR MARIA PALMIRA MENDIOLA EL Mission 2.0 mi 6.1
EVANGELINA GARZA EL Mission 1.9 mi 6.0
ELODIA R CHAPA EL Mission 3.1 mi 7.4
CORINA PENA EL Penitas 3.1 mi 5.9
DR JAVIER SAENZ MIDDLE Penitas 3.1 mi 6.8
JUAN DE DIOS SALINAS MIDDLE Mission 3.3 mi 7.4
WILLIAM J CLINTON EL Penitas 3.2 mi 7.9
EMILIANO ZAPATA EL Mission 3.4 mi 6.4
DR AMERICO PAREDES EL Mission 3.9 mi 7.6
NARCISO CAVAZOS Mission 4.2 mi 6.2
DIAZ-VILLARREAL EL Mission 4.2 mi 7.5
PATRICIO PEREZ EL Mission 4.3 mi 5.9
HENRY B GONZALEZ EL Mission 4.5 mi 7.3
DOMINGO TREVINO MIDDLE Alton 4.6 mi 7.7
LLOYD M BENTSEN EL Mission 5.1 mi 8.2
MISSION COLLEGIATE H S Alton 5.0 mi 8.9
ALTON MEMORIAL J H Mission 5.0 mi 5.4
ANN RICHARDS MIDDLE Mission 5.4 mi 7.0
LA JOYA PALMVIEW H S Mission 5.3 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78574 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,536

Median Home Value

$119,000

Median Rent

$807/mo

Population

62,852

College Educated

16.1%

Homeownership

80.1%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

29.4%

Median Age

28.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Juarez-lincoln H S

What grades does Juarez-lincoln H S serve?

Juarez-lincoln H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Juarez-lincoln H S?

Juarez-lincoln H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,974 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Juarez-lincoln H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Juarez-lincoln H S is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Juarez-lincoln H S rank in TX?

Juarez-lincoln H S ranks #6,285 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Juarez-lincoln H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Juarez-lincoln H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Juarez-lincoln H S?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Juarez-lincoln H S has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Juarez-lincoln H S a charter school?

No, Juarez-lincoln H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Juarez-lincoln H S a Title I school?

No, Juarez-lincoln H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juarez-lincoln H S?

99.5% of students at Juarez-lincoln 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,974
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
147
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hidalgo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
61.0%
4-Year Graduation
80.0%

District

LA JOYA ISD
District Enrollment
23,998
Schools in District
37
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,592
District Rank
#36 of 36

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