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| Metric | La Joya Independent School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 24,804 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 37 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,843/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Joya Independent School District (this district) | 6/10 | 54th | 24,804 |
| Houston Independent School District | NR | — | 187,000 |
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Ranked against 1156 rated districts in TX → 54th percentile → 6/10.
Source: Texas Education Agency STAAR, grades 3–8 Reading & Math (Meets Grade Level), 2023. Full methodology →
About La Joya Independent School District
La Joya Independent School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 78560 in La Joya, Texas. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 78560. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
La Joya Independent School District spent $12,843 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 18% above Texas’s statewide $10,900 estimate.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At 37 schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, La Joya Independent School District qualifies as a very large district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Very large districts are complex systems with significant variation in school quality across attendance zones. They typically offer extensive programs — magnet schools, specialized high schools, dual-language tracks, advanced coursework — but navigating these options requires active engagement with the district.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
With a rating of 6/10 (average), La Joya Independent School District ranks among Texas’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Texas’ STAAR grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2023 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Texas is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
La Joya Independent School District falls near the middle of Texas on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 78560
Children in zip code 78560 are assigned to La Joya Independent School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 78560, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact La Joya Independent School District at (956)323-2005 or visit www.lajoyaisd.com/. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Texas districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in La Joya
For families considering a purchase in the La Joya area, district assignment matters financially. Because La Joya Independent School District serves zip code 78560, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 78560 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Texas, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support La Joya Independent School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 78560.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with La Joya Independent School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 78560 data.