Diaz J High School

1312 E Pirate Dr
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Rating
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Diaz J High School serves 648 students in grades 6-8.
Diaz J High School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.

Quick Stats (2023)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 648 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Bottom 50% in TX
  • Math Proficiency
    : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Diaz J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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School Overview

Diaz J High School's student population of 648 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
648 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
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School Rankings

Diaz J High School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Diaz J High School is 0.00, 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.
Definition of Terms 2020-2021 School Year Data
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State Level (TX)
Overall Testing Rank
#4772 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
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Hispanic
100%
53%
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Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
26%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
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Diversity Score
0.00
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Diaz J High School's ranking?
Diaz J High School is ranked #4772 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Diaz J High School?
648 students attend Diaz J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Diaz J High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Diaz J High School?
Diaz J High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Diaz J High School offer ?
Diaz J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Diaz J High School part of?
Diaz J High School is part of Hidalgo Independent School District.

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Quick Stats (2023)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 648 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Bottom 50%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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