Edcouch-Elsa High School is a public high school in Elsa, Texas. It is part of the Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District and is known as La Maquina Amarilla; their mascot is a Yellow jacket. It is located at Hwy 107 Mile 4 North Yellow Jacket Drive.
Serving 1,309 students in grades 9-12, Edcouch-elsa High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edcouch-elsa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Edcouch-elsa High School's student population of 1,309 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,309 students
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Motivate - Educate - Graduate
School Rankings
Edcouch-elsa High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edcouch-elsa 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
#7598 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
100%
54%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellowjacket
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edcouch-elsa High School's ranking?
Edcouch-elsa High School is ranked #7598 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edcouch-elsa High School?
The graduation rate of Edcouch-elsa High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Edcouch-elsa High School?
1,309 students attend Edcouch-elsa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Edcouch-elsa High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edcouch-elsa High School?
Edcouch-elsa High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edcouch-elsa High School offer ?
Edcouch-elsa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Edcouch-elsa High School part of?
Edcouch-elsa High School is part of Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District.
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