Serving 110 students in grades 6-8, Lapoynor J 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lapoynor J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lapoynor J High School's student population of 110 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
110 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lapoynor J 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 Lapoynor J High School is 0.25, 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
#3169 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
86%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lapoynor J High School's ranking?
Lapoynor J High School is ranked #3169 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lapoynor J High School often compared to?
Lapoynor J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Athens Middle School, Trinidad School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Lapoynor J High School?
110 students attend Lapoynor J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Lapoynor J High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lapoynor J High School?
Lapoynor J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lapoynor J High School offer ?
Lapoynor J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lapoynor J High School part of?
Lapoynor J High School is part of Lapoynor ISD School District.
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