Serving 1,940 students in grades 9-12, Jack C Hays High School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,940 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jack C Hays High School's student population of 1,940 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,940 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jack C Hays High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jack C Hays High School is 0.56, 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
#2601 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
58%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
33%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack C Hays High School's ranking?
Jack C Hays High School is ranked #2601 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jack C Hays High School often compared to?
Jack C Hays High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lehman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jack C Hays High School?
The graduation rate of Jack C Hays High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Jack C Hays High School?
1,940 students attend Jack C Hays High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Jack C Hays High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jack C Hays High School?
Jack C Hays High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jack C Hays High School offer ?
Jack C Hays High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jack C Hays High School part of?
Jack C Hays High School is part of Hays CISD School District.
School Reviews
4 5/23/2022
this is a very good school and special ed is good.
3 5/29/2021
This school lacks character, and the system is flawed.there specel ed program is terrible.
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