Serving 1,455 students in grades 6-8, Cinco Ranch J High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Cinco Ranch Junior High serves the southern part of Katy, TX, covering an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most living about 1.4 miles away from the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cinco Ranch 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
School Overview
Cinco Ranch J High School's student population of 1,455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,455 students
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cinco Ranch J High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cinco Ranch J High School is 0.74, 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
#288 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
6%
Hispanic
32%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
28%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cinco Ranch J High School's ranking?
Cinco Ranch J High School is ranked #288 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cinco Ranch J High School often compared to?
Cinco Ranch J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beckendorff J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cinco Ranch J High School?
1,455 students attend Cinco Ranch J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Cinco Ranch J High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cinco Ranch J High School?
Cinco Ranch J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cinco Ranch J High School offer ?
Cinco Ranch J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cinco Ranch J High School part of?
Cinco Ranch J High School is part of Katy Independent School District.
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