Serving 2,419 students in grades 6-8, Dean Leaman Junior 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 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 2,419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dean Leaman Junior 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
Diversity
School Overview
Dean Leaman Junior High School's student population of 2,419 students has grown by 110% over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 69% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
2,419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
School Rankings
Dean Leaman Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dean Leaman Junior High School is 0.75, 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
#1016 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
31%
53%
Black
23%
13%
White
31%
25%
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
26%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dean Leaman Junior High School's ranking?
Dean Leaman Junior High School is ranked #1016 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dean Leaman Junior High School often compared to?
Dean Leaman Junior High 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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dean Leaman Junior High School?
2,419 students attend Dean Leaman Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Dean Leaman Junior High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dean Leaman Junior High School?
Dean Leaman Junior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dean Leaman Junior High School offer ?
Dean Leaman Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dean Leaman Junior High School part of?
Dean Leaman Junior High School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
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