Serving 98 students in grades 6-8, Celeste J High School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 98 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: CELESTE J H's attendance zone covers the entire district in Celeste, TX, encompassing approximately 70.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, and the average distance from the school to the zone's edge is 5.2 miles, with the furthest edge being 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Celeste J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Celeste J High School's student population of 98 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
98 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Celeste J High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Celeste 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
#1566 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
26%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
65%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Celeste J High School's ranking?
Celeste J High School is ranked #1566 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Celeste J High School?
98 students attend Celeste J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Celeste J High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Celeste J High School?
Celeste J High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Celeste J High School offer ?
Celeste J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Celeste J High School part of?
Celeste J High School is part of Celeste Independent School District.
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