Detroit High School is a public high school located in Detroit, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the Detroit Independent School District located in west central Red River County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 112 students in grades 6-8, Detroit J High School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is lower 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 Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Detroit J H's attendance zone covers the entire district in Detroit, TX, encompassing approximately 222.9 square miles. Families may typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 14.6 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 20.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Detroit J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Detroit J High School's student population of 112 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
112 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Detroit J High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Detroit J High School is 0.38, 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
#3958 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
78%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detroit J High School's ranking?
Detroit J High School is ranked #3958 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Detroit J High School?
112 students attend Detroit J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Detroit J High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Detroit J High School?
Detroit J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Detroit J High School offer ?
Detroit J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Detroit J High School part of?
Detroit J High School is part of Detroit Independent School District.
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