Serving 302 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 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gilbert Gerdes J High School's student population of 302 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Gilbert Gerdes J High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilbert Gerdes J High School is 0.47, 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
#6356 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
69%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
22%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilbert Gerdes J High School's ranking?
Gilbert Gerdes J High School is ranked #6356 out of 8,188 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
302 students attend Gilbert Gerdes J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Gilbert Gerdes J High School students are Hispanic, 22% 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 16:1, 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.
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