Serving 1,848 students in grades 6-8, Dean Leaman J H 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 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,848 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dean Leaman J H School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dean Leaman J H School's student population of 1,848 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,848 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dean Leaman J H School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dean Leaman J H School is 0.72, 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
#1088 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
29%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
39%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dean Leaman J H School's ranking?
Dean Leaman J H School is ranked #1088 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dean Leaman J H School often compared to?
Dean Leaman J H Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony School Of Innovation - Katy, Seven Lakes J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Dean Leaman J H School?
1,848 students attend Dean Leaman J H School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Dean Leaman J H School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dean Leaman J H School?
Dean Leaman J H School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dean Leaman J H School offer ?
Dean Leaman J H School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dean Leaman J H School part of?
Dean Leaman J H School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
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