Lyndon B. Johnson High School is a secondary school located in Laredo, Texas, United States. LBJHS is a part of the United Independent School District, and it serves a portion of south Laredo and the neighboring cities of El Cenizo and Rio Bravo, as well as the census-designated place of La Presa.
Serving 3,271 students in grades 9-12, Lyndon B Johnson ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyndon B Johnson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lyndon B Johnson's student population of 3,271 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 200 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
200 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Rankings
Lyndon B Johnson ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyndon B Johnson 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
#5393 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
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
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
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 Lyndon B Johnson's ranking?
Lyndon B Johnson is ranked #5393 out of 8,188 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lyndon B Johnson?
The graduation rate of Lyndon B Johnson is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lyndon B Johnson?
3,271 students attend Lyndon B Johnson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Lyndon B Johnson students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lyndon B Johnson?
Lyndon B Johnson has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lyndon B Johnson offer ?
Lyndon B Johnson offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lyndon B Johnson part of?
Lyndon B Johnson is part of United Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lyndon B Johnson located?
Lyndon B Johnson is located in the Cielito Lindo neighborhood of Laredo, TX.
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