Serving 381 students in grades 7-8, Pittsburg J High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburg J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburg J High School's student population of 381 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pittsburg J High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburg J High School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1954 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
45%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
37%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburg J High School's ranking?
Pittsburg J High School is ranked #1954 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pittsburg J High School?
381 students attend Pittsburg J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pittsburg J High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburg J High School?
Pittsburg J High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pittsburg J High School offer ?
Pittsburg J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Pittsburg J High School part of?
Pittsburg J High School is part of Pittsburg ISD School District.
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