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Lone Star H S South

High School · LONE STAR SCHOOL DISTRICT

3801 E MONTE CRISTO RD, Edinburg, TX 78541

Enrollment

160

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Edinburg

#9 of 52

public schools

Texas high schools

#1,080 of 1,699

In district

#1 of 5

LONE STAR SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Lone Star H S South

Lone Star High School South is a regular public high school located in Edinburg, Texas. Serving students from ninth to twelfth grade, the school has an enrollment of 160 students and aims to provide a supportive educational environment. Despite its small size, Lone Star High School South focuses on student development and offers personalized attention to help each student succeed.

The school's MySchoolScout rating is 4.2 out of 10, placing it in the 29th percentile among Texas schools. Its academic score is 1.6 out of 10, indicating that there is room for improvement in terms of proficiency levels in both English Language Arts and Math, with only 15% of students proficient or above in ELA/Reading and just 5% proficient or above in Math. Lone Star High School South sits in a mid-size city setting, offering its students access to local resources and community engagement opportunities.

The school remains dedicated to fostering an inclusive learning environment where every student can grow and thrive.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 160 students, Lone Star H S South is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Lone Star H S South are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 3/4 metrics
Student Progress9.8Exceptional31%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics2.0Needs Improvement31%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency25%
Overall Proficiency15%
Expected (poverty-adj.)69%
vs. Expected-54.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
College Readiness6.6Above Average38%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & EnvironmentNot Available

Requires school resource data

Lone Star H S South — Students at Lone Star H S South score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 5.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 15.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
25%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Lone Star H S South Compares

See how Lone Star H S South performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in TX
Academic
2.0/10
2.0/10
Growth
9.8/10
Above average

Location

3801 E MONTE CRISTO RD, Edinburg, TX 78541

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lone Star H S South may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EDINBURG NORTH H S (rated 7.4/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA TOROS COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 6.4/10, 3.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, IDEA EDINBURG COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 6.3/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Edinburg, see our Edinburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
VILLARREAL EL Edinburg 0.3 mi 4.8
MONTE CRISTO EL Edinburg 0.4 mi 3.5
MEMORIAL MIDDLE Edinburg 1.0 mi 5.3
EISENHOWER EL Edinburg 1.2 mi 3.2
ECONOMEDES H S Edinburg 1.8 mi 5.8
DR KAY TEER CRAWFORD EL Edinburg 1.9 mi 4.9
HIDALGO CO J J A E P Donna 2.1 mi
HIDALGO CO J J A E P Edinburg 2.1 mi
JUVENILE DETENTION CTR Edinburg 2.1 mi
HIDALGO CO J J A E P Mission 2.1 mi
HIDALGO CO J J A E P Weslaco 2.1 mi
IDEA EDINBURG COLLEGE PREPARATORY Edinburg 2.2 mi 6.3
IDEA EDINBURG ACADEMY Edinburg 2.2 mi 3.5
EDINBURG NORTH H S Edinburg 2.7 mi 7.4
LINCOLN EL Edinburg 2.8 mi 4.2
EDINBURG COLLEGIATE H S Edinburg 2.8 mi
AUSTIN EL Edinburg 3.1 mi 4.0
TRUMAN EL Edinburg 3.0 mi 3.5
SANCTUARY ACADEMY OF THE REGIONAL BIBLE INSTITUTE Edinburgh 3.2 mi
IDEA TOROS COLLEGE PREPARATORY Edinburg 3.5 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78541 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,567

Median Home Value

$142,600

Median Rent

$945/mo

Population

49,395

College Educated

24.9%

Homeownership

51.2%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

32.2%

Median Age

27.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Lone Star H S South has a median household income of $50,567. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $142,600, with a median rent of $945/month. The area has a poverty rate of 32.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
AGUA DULCE H S Agua Dulce, TX 6.2
EVANT H S Evant, TX 6.2
FATHER YERMO SCHOOLS El Paso, TX 6.2
HEMPHILL H S Hemphill, TX 6.2
HUBBARD H S Hubbard, TX 6.2
MUNDAY SECONDARY Munday, TX 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lone Star H S South

What grades does Lone Star H S South serve?

Lone Star H S South serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Lone Star H S South?

Lone Star H S South has an enrollment of approximately 160 students.

How does Lone Star H S South rank in TX?

Lone Star H S South is ranked #4415 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Lone Star H S South's MySchoolScout rating?

Lone Star H S South has a composite rating of 6.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lone Star H S South?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lone Star H S South has 5.0% math proficiency and 15.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Lone Star H S South a charter school?

No, Lone Star H S South is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lone Star H S South a Title I school?

No, Lone Star H S South is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,033/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Edinburg). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
160
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hidalgo County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

LONE STAR SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
672
Schools in District
5
District Rank
#1 of 5

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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