Serving 738 students in grades 7-8, Hallsville J High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hallsville J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hallsville J High School's student population of 738 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
738 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Hallsville J High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hallsville 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
#1273 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
18%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
70%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Hallsville J High School's ranking?
Hallsville J High School is ranked #1273 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hallsville J High School often compared to?
Hallsville J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harleton J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hallsville J High School?
738 students attend Hallsville J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hallsville J High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hallsville J High School?
Hallsville J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hallsville J High School offer ?
Hallsville J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Hallsville J High School part of?
Hallsville J High School is part of Hallsville Independent School District.
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