La Joya Independent School District

La Joya, TX - Committed to expanding access to college-level coursework and preparing students for long-term academic success, La Joya ISD is proud to announce that four of its high schools have earned a place on the 2025 AP School Honor Roll - a national recognition presented by the College Board that celebrates schools for expanding access to Advanced Placement coursework and supporting students on the path to college success. 

Among the honored campuses are La Joya High School, which earned a silver ranking, Palmview High School, which earned a bronze ranking, and Jimmy Carter Early College High School and Thelma R. Salinas STEM Early College High School, which each earned a gold ranking.  

The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools that have demonstrated outstanding efforts to welcome more students into AP courses while providing the support necessary for them to thrive. This recognition reflects La Joya ISD’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence, equity, and opportunity - ensuring more students have access to rigorous, college-level learning experiences that prepare them for success beyond graduation.

“To be named an AP Honor Roll School is a testament to the collective work happening across our district,” said Melinda Flores, Executive Director of College & Career Success. “From our teachers and counselors to our campus leaders and families, everyone plays a role in creating environments where students are encouraged to challenge themselves and believe in their potential.” 

La Joya ISD is dedicated to creating foundations for college and career success, as reflected in Priority 2 of Achieving Excellence Together: 2030, which focuses on Empowered Graduates. By providing rigorous academics, meaningful real-world experiences and strong partnerships with families, La Joya ISD is ensuring every student is ready for college, career and life. 

Advanced Placement coursework provides students with early exposure to college-level academics while helping them develop critical thinking, time management, and problem-solving skills. Students who earn qualifying scores on AP exams may also receive college credit - accelerating their path to graduation and reducing future college costs. Even for students who do not earn college credit, AP participation fosters confidence, academic resilience, and a strong college-going culture.

This districtwide achievement underscores La Joya ISD’s focus on ensuring all students have access to high-quality, challenging learning experiences that prepare them for a bright future.

“We are incredibly proud of these four campuses,” added Flores. “By expanding access to opportunity and helping students build strong foundations for college and career success, we are ensuring success in high school and beyond.”