Serving 164 students in grades 6-8, Cisco 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 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cisco J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cisco J High School's student population of 164 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cisco 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 Cisco J High School is 0.36, 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)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
18%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
78%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco J High School's ranking?
Cisco J High School is ranked #1566 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cisco J High School often compared to?
Cisco J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastland Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 Cisco J High School?
164 students attend Cisco J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Cisco J High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cisco J High School?
Cisco J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cisco J High School offer ?
Cisco J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cisco J High School part of?
Cisco J High School is part of Cisco Independent School District.
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