Serving 818 students in grades 6-8, Cardiff J High School ranks in the bottom 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 43% (which is lower 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 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 818 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cardiff J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Cardiff J High School's student population of 818 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
818 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Rankings
Cardiff J High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cardiff J High School is 0.52, 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
#4703 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
12%
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
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Cardiff J High School's ranking?
Cardiff J High School is ranked #4703 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cardiff J High School often compared to?
Cardiff J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayde Creek J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% 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 Cardiff J High School?
818 students attend Cardiff J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Cardiff J High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cardiff J High School?
Cardiff J High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cardiff J High School offer ?
Cardiff J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cardiff J High School part of?
Cardiff J High School is part of Katy Independent School District.
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