Serving 639 students in grades 6-8, Danforth 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 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The Danforth Junior High School serves the entire Wimberley, TX district, encompassing an area of approximately 134.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Danforth J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Danforth J High School's student population of 639 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
639 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Motto
Excellence, Innovation, Service
School Rankings
Danforth 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 Danforth J High School is 0.47, 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
#1060 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
26%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
68%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Danforth J High School's ranking?
Danforth J High School is ranked #1060 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Danforth J High School often compared to?
Danforth J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goodnight Middle School, Jacob's Well Elementary School, Eric Dahlstrom Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Danforth J High School?
639 students attend Danforth J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Danforth J High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Danforth J High School?
Danforth J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Danforth J High School offer ?
Danforth J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Danforth J High School part of?
Danforth J High School is part of Wimberley Independent School District.
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