Breckenridge High School is a public high school located in the city of Breckenridge, Texas and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Breckenridge Independent School District located in Stephens County. In 2013, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 278 students in grades 6-8, Breckenridge 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 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Breckenridge Junior High's attendance zone covers the entire Breckenridge, TX school district and encompasses approximately 807.8 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 20-30 minutes and the farthest edge located 23.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Breckenridge J High School's student population of 278 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Breckenridge J High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Breckenridge J High School is 0.51, 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
#3961 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
37%
54%
White
60%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Buckaroos/lady Bucks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Breckenridge J High School's ranking?
Breckenridge J High School is ranked #3961 out of 8,096 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Breckenridge J High School?
278 students attend Breckenridge J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Breckenridge J High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Breckenridge J High School?
Breckenridge J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Breckenridge J High School offer ?
Breckenridge J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Breckenridge J High School part of?
Breckenridge J High School is part of Breckenridge Independent School District.
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