Serving 1,144 students in grades 6-8, George Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Junior High School's student population of 1,144 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Colors
Red, Black, Grey, White
School Calendar
School Rankings
George Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Junior High School is 0.35, 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
#6494 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
80%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
7%
25%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Junior High School's ranking?
George Junior High School is ranked #6494 out of 8,096 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend George Junior High School?
1,144 students attend George Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of George Junior High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Junior High School?
George Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Junior High School offer ?
George Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is George Junior High School part of?
George Junior High School is part of Lamar Consolidated Independent School District.
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