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:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4772 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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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