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#4432 of 8,552 schools in TX
Los Fresnos H S
High School · LOS FRESNOS CISD
P O BOX 309, Los Fresnos, TX 78566
Enrollment
3,291
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,291
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,432 of 8,552
In Los Fresnos
#11 of 14
public schools
In district
#11 of 14
LOS FRESNOS CISD
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Los Fresnos H S
Los Fresnos H S is a public high school in Los Fresnos, TX, part of LOS FRESNOS CISD. Los Fresnos H S serves approximately 3,291 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Fresnos H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,432 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Los Fresnos H S show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Los Fresnos H S
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (2)
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 4.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Los Fresnos H S is a large school: 3,291 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.
34% of students at Los Fresnos 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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Los Fresnos H S — Students at Los Fresnos H S score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.4%
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: 7.3/10.
How Los Fresnos H S Compares
See how Los Fresnos 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 309, Los Fresnos, TX 78566
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Los Fresnos H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SOUTH TEXAS ISD MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (rated 9.1/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Olmito), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA BROWNSVILLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 7.8/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Brownsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA SPORTS PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 7.2/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Brownsville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Fresnos, see our Los Fresnos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOPEZ-RIGGINS EL Los Fresnos | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| LOS FRESNOS EL Los Fresnos | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| LOS CUATES MIDDLE Los Fresnos | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| PALMER-LAAKSO EL Los Fresnos | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| LIBERTY MEMORIAL MIDDLE Los Fresnos | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| LAURELES EL Los Fresnos | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| RANCHO VERDE EL Los Fresnos | 4.4 mi | 8.1 |
| DORA ROMERO EL Los Fresnos | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| RESACA MIDDLE Los Fresnos | 4.4 mi | 6.0 |
| VILLAREAL EL Los Fresnos | 5.6 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD MEDICAL PROFESSIONS Olmito | 5.5 mi | 9.1 |
| IDEA SPORTS PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY Brownsville | 6.0 mi | 7.2 |
| IDEA SPORTS PARK ACADEMY Brownsville | 6.0 mi | 7.8 |
| OLMITO EL Los Fresnos | 6.0 mi | 8.1 |
| BURNS EL Brownsville | 7.2 mi | 8.0 |
| PROMESA COLLEGE PREP BROWNSVILLE Brownsville | 7.2 mi | 8.8 |
| VELA MIDDLE Brownsville | 7.4 mi | 7.7 |
| JUBILEE BROWNSVILLE San Antonio | 7.6 mi | 4.9 |
| GALLEGOS EL Brownsville | 7.8 mi | 7.3 |
| IDEA BROWNSVILLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Brownsville | 7.9 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78566 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,385
Median Home Value
$138,100
Median Rent
$863/mo
Population
24,927
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
26.4%
Median Age
34.1
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| EAGLE PASS H S Eagle Pass, TX | 6.3 |
| EDINBURG H S Edinburg, TX | 6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Los Fresnos H S
What grades does Los Fresnos H S serve?
Los Fresnos H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Los Fresnos H S?
Los Fresnos H S has an enrollment of approximately 3,291 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Fresnos H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Los Fresnos H S is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Los Fresnos H S rank in TX?
Los Fresnos H S ranks #4,432 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Los Fresnos H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Los Fresnos 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 Los Fresnos H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Fresnos H S has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Los Fresnos H S a charter school?
No, Los Fresnos H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Los Fresnos H S a Title I school?
No, Los Fresnos H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Fresnos H S?
80.4% of students at Los Fresnos 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
- 3,291
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 202
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Cameron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.9%
- Phone
- (956) 254-5300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 93.0%
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District
LOS FRESNOS CISD- District Enrollment
- 10,546
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,356
- District Rank
- #11 of 14
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