Serving 341 students in grades 7-12, Hearne Jh/hs 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 13% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: HEARNE H S's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Hearne, TX, encompassing approximately 112 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.5 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest point of 12.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hearne Jh/hs's student population of 341 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hearne Jh/hs 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 Hearne Jh/hs is 0.59, 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
#8002 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
48%
54%
Black
43%
13%
White
6%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hearne Jh/hs's ranking?
Hearne Jh/hs is ranked #8002 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hearne Jh/hs?
The graduation rate of Hearne Jh/hs is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hearne Jh/hs?
341 students attend Hearne Jh/hs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Hearne Jh/hs students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hearne Jh/hs?
Hearne Jh/hs has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hearne Jh/hs offer ?
Hearne Jh/hs offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Hearne Jh/hs part of?
Hearne Jh/hs is part of Hearne Independent School District.
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