Serving 306 students in grades 6-8, Gilbert Gerdes J 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Gilbert Gerdes JH encompasses the entire school district in Luling, TX, covering approximately 115.5 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gilbert Gerdes J High School's student population of 306 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
306 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Gilbert Gerdes J 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 Gilbert Gerdes J High School is 0.46, 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
#6358 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
71%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
20%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilbert Gerdes J High School's ranking?
Gilbert Gerdes J High School is ranked #6358 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Gilbert Gerdes J High School often compared to?
Gilbert Gerdes J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lockhart J High School, Trinity Charter Schools - Lockhart Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gilbert Gerdes J High School?
306 students attend Gilbert Gerdes J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Gilbert Gerdes J High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilbert Gerdes J High School?
Gilbert Gerdes J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gilbert Gerdes J High School offer ?
Gilbert Gerdes J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gilbert Gerdes J High School part of?
Gilbert Gerdes J High School is part of Luling Independent School District.
School Reviews
Review Gilbert Gerdes J High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
How Often Does Your Child's School Change Teachers Between Grade Levels?
Learn how teacher movement between grade levels affects continuity, experience, instruction, and school stability, plus the questions parents should ask about staffing patterns before choosing a public school today.
The School Pickup Test: What Arrival and Dismissal Reveal About a Public School
Discover what school arrival and dismissal reveal about safety, supervision, organization, communication, student behavior, transportation, and school climate before choosing the right public school for your child and family.
Should Siblings Attend the Same Public School?
Should siblings attend the same public school? Learn when academic needs, learning styles, programs, social fit, support services, and individual interests may make different schools better choices for children.
