Edinburg North High School is a public secondary school in Edinburg, Texas, United States, serving students in grades 9–12. The school is part of the Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District, with admission based primarily on the locations of students' homes.
Serving 2,635 students in grades 9-12, Edinburg North 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,635 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edinburg North High School's student population of 2,635 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 189 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,635 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
189 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
Gold, Navy Blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
School Mascot
Cougars
School Rankings
Edinburg North 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 Edinburg North High School is 0.02, 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
#6546 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edinburg North High School's ranking?
Edinburg North High School is ranked #6546 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Edinburg North High School often compared to?
Edinburg North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert R Vela High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edinburg North High School?
The graduation rate of Edinburg North High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Edinburg North High School?
2,635 students attend Edinburg North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Edinburg North High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edinburg North High School?
Edinburg North High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edinburg North High School offer ?
Edinburg North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Edinburg North High School part of?
Edinburg North High School is part of Edinburg CISD School District.
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