Serving 1,005 students in grades 7-8, Eagle Pass 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,005 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eagle Pass J High School's student population of 1,005 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,005 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eagle Pass 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 Eagle Pass J High School is 0.02, 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
#3677 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
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
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Eagle Pass J High School's ranking?
Eagle Pass J High School is ranked #3677 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Eagle Pass J High School?
1,005 students attend Eagle Pass J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Eagle Pass J High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eagle Pass J High School?
Eagle Pass J High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eagle Pass J High School offer ?
Eagle Pass J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Eagle Pass J High School part of?
Eagle Pass J High School is part of Eagle Pass ISD School District.
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