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#5679 of 8,552 schools in TX
La Joya Palmview H S
High School · LA JOYA ISD
3901 N LA HOMA RD, Mission, TX 78572
Enrollment
2,153
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,153
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,679 of 8,552
In Mission
#52 of 65
public schools
In district
#34 of 36
LA JOYA ISD
Equity
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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La Joya Palmview H S
High School in Mission · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About La Joya Palmview H S
La Joya Palmview H S is a public high school in Mission, TX, part of LA JOYA ISD. La Joya Palmview H S serves approximately 2,153 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. La Joya Palmview H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,679 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for La Joya Palmview H S show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
La Joya Palmview H S is a large school: 2,153 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.
62% of students at La Joya Palmview 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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La Joya Palmview H S — Students at La Joya Palmview H S score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.6%
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: 6.6/10.
How La Joya Palmview H S Compares
See how La Joya Palmview 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
3901 N LA HOMA RD, Mission, TX 78572
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Joya Palmview H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MISSION COLLEGIATE H S (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Alton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PREMIER H S OF PALMVIEW (rated 5.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Lewisville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mission, see our Mission schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LLOYD M BENTSEN EL Mission | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| IDEA PALMVIEW COLLEGE PREPARATORY Mission | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| IDEA PALMVIEW ACADEMY Mission | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PATRICIO PEREZ EL Mission | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| NARCISO CAVAZOS Mission | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| ENRIQUE KIKI CAMARENA EL Mission | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| IRENE M GARCIA MIDDLE Mission | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| DR AMERICO PAREDES EL Mission | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| MEMORIAL MIDDLE Mission | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| DIAZ-VILLARREAL EL Mission | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| E B REYNA EL Mission | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| PREMIER H S OF PALMVIEW Lewisville | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| HENRY B GONZALEZ EL Mission | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| HILDA C ESCOBAR/ALICIA C RIOS EL Mission | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ELODIA R CHAPA EL Mission | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| JUAN DE DIOS SALINAS MIDDLE Mission | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| DOMINGO TREVINO MIDDLE Alton | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| MISSION COLLEGIATE H S Alton | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
| WHITE J H Mission | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| RAQUEL CAVAZOS EL Mission | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,029
Median Home Value
$121,900
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
78,197
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Joya Palmview H S
What grades does La Joya Palmview H S serve?
La Joya Palmview H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend La Joya Palmview H S?
La Joya Palmview H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,153 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Joya Palmview H S?
The student-teacher ratio at La Joya Palmview H S is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does La Joya Palmview H S rank in TX?
La Joya Palmview H S ranks #5,679 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is La Joya Palmview H S's MySchoolScout rating?
La Joya Palmview H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 La Joya Palmview H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, La Joya Palmview H S has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is La Joya Palmview H S a charter school?
No, La Joya Palmview H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is La Joya Palmview H S a Title I school?
No, La Joya Palmview H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Joya Palmview H S?
98.6% of students at La Joya Palmview 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
- 2,153
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 140
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.0%
- Phone
- (956) 323-2880
- 4-Year Graduation
- 81.0%
Resources & Links
District
LA JOYA ISD- District Enrollment
- 23,998
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,592
- District Rank
- #34 of 36
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