Serving 1,133 students in grades 6-8, Garland Mcmeans J High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Garland McMeans Jr. High serves the southeastern part of Katy, TX, covering an area of approximately 18.1 square miles. The typical drive for students within the attendance zone is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest distance from the school being about 6.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garland Mcmeans J 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
School Overview
Garland Mcmeans J High School's student population of 1,133 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,133 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Rankings
Garland Mcmeans J High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garland Mcmeans J High School is 0.73, 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
#137 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Asian
24%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
8%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
40%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garland Mcmeans J High School's ranking?
Garland Mcmeans J High School is ranked #137 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Garland Mcmeans J High School often compared to?
Garland Mcmeans J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial Parkway J High School, Beckendorff J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Garland Mcmeans J High School?
1,133 students attend Garland Mcmeans J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Garland Mcmeans J High School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garland Mcmeans J High School?
Garland Mcmeans J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Garland Mcmeans J High School offer ?
Garland Mcmeans J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Garland Mcmeans J High School part of?
Garland Mcmeans J High School is part of Katy Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Garland Mcmeans J High School located?
Garland Mcmeans J High School is located in the Willow Fork neighborhood of Katy, TX.
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