Serving 1,077 students in grades 7-8, Bear Branch J High School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,077 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bear Branch J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bear Branch J High School's student population of 1,077 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,077 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bear Branch 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 Bear Branch J High School is 0.57, 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
#2298 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
56%
25%
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
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear Branch J High School's ranking?
Bear Branch J High School is ranked #2298 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bear Branch J High School often compared to?
Bear Branch J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peet J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bear Branch J High School?
1,077 students attend Bear Branch J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Bear Branch J High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bear Branch J High School?
Bear Branch J High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bear Branch J High School offer ?
Bear Branch J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Bear Branch J High School part of?
Bear Branch J High School is part of Magnolia Independent School District.
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