Serving 1,096 students in grades 7-9, Central J High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 1,096 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central 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
Diversity
School Overview
Central J High School's student population of 1,096 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
1,096 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
Central J High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central J High School is 0.79, 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
#672 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
29%
53%
Black
23%
13%
White
25%
25%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Central J High School's ranking?
Central J High School is ranked #672 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Central J High School often compared to?
Central J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Euless J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Central J High School?
1,096 students attend Central J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Central J High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central J High School?
Central J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central J High School offer ?
Central J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Central J High School part of?
Central J High School is part of Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District.
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