Serving 1,674 students in grades 6-8, Beckendorff J High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (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 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,674 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Beckendorff Junior High serves the southern part of Katy, TX, covering an approximate area of 5.9 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beckendorff J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Beckendorff J High School's student population of 1,674 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,674 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beckendorff J High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beckendorff J High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#102 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
38%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beckendorff J High School's ranking?
Beckendorff J High School is ranked #102 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Beckendorff J High School often compared to?
Beckendorff J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seven Lakes J High School, Cinco Ranch J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Beckendorff J High School?
1,674 students attend Beckendorff J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Beckendorff J High School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beckendorff J High School?
Beckendorff J High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beckendorff J High School offer ?
Beckendorff J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Beckendorff J High School part of?
Beckendorff J High School is part of Katy Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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