Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy's student population of 464 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy 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 Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy is 0.34, 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
#2541 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
80%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy's ranking?
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy is ranked #2541 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy?
464 students attend Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy?
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy offer ?
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy part of?
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy is part of Desoto ISD School District.
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