Serving 187 students in grades 6-8, Leonard J High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leonard 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
Leonard J High School's student population of 187 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leonard J High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leonard J High School is 0.49, 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
#1755 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
23%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
68%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leonard J High School's ranking?
Leonard J High School is ranked #1755 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Leonard J High School often compared to?
Leonard J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonard Elementary School, Leonard High School, Trenton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Leonard J High School?
187 students attend Leonard J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Leonard J High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leonard J High School?
Leonard J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leonard J High School offer ?
Leonard J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Leonard J High School part of?
Leonard J High School is part of Leonard ISD School District.
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