Serving 709 students in grades 6-8, Charles Baxter J High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Charles Baxter J H is located in Fort Worth, TX, covering an area of 18 square miles that spans the entire school district. Families within the zone can typically reach the school in about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being approximately 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles Baxter J High School's student population of 709 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
709 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Charles Baxter 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 Charles Baxter J High School is 0.57, 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
#7188 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
4%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 23-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 Charles Baxter J High School's ranking?
Charles Baxter J High School is ranked #7188 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Charles Baxter J High School?
709 students attend Charles Baxter J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Charles Baxter J High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles Baxter J High School?
Charles Baxter J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles Baxter J High School offer ?
Charles Baxter J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Charles Baxter J High School part of?
Charles Baxter J High School is part of Everman Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles Baxter J High School located?
Charles Baxter J High School is located in the Hamlet neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX.
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