Serving 394 students in grades 7-8, Gatesville 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 51% (which is equal to 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Gatesville Junior High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Gatesville, TX, encompassing approximately 488.3 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 21.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gatesville J High School's student population of 394 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
394 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Gatesville 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 Gatesville J High School is 0.45, 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
#2995 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
71%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-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 Gatesville J High School's ranking?
Gatesville J High School is ranked #2995 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gatesville J High School?
394 students attend Gatesville J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Gatesville J High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gatesville J High School?
Gatesville J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gatesville J High School offer ?
Gatesville J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Gatesville J High School part of?
Gatesville J High School is part of Gatesville Independent School District.
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