Serving 439 students in grades 9-12, Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School's student population of 439 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1265 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School's ranking?
Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School is ranked #1265 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School?
439 students attend Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School?
Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School offer ?
Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School part of?
Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School is part of La Joya Independent School District.
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