Serving 644 students in grades 6-8, Fairview J High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairview Junior High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Alvin school district, covering approximately 209.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 10 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 14.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairview J High School's student population of 644 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
644 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Fairview 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 Fairview J High School is 0.55, 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
#3494 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
54%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
40%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairview J High School's ranking?
Fairview J High School is ranked #3494 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Fairview J High School often compared to?
Fairview J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like G W Harby J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Fairview J High School?
644 students attend Fairview J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Fairview J High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairview J High School?
Fairview J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fairview J High School offer ?
Fairview J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fairview J High School part of?
Fairview J High School is part of Alvin Independent School District.
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