Serving 359 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 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hearne Jh/hs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hearne Jh/hs's student population of 359 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 92% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 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 0.57, 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
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
51%
53%
Black
41%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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 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?
359 students attend Hearne Jh/hs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Hearne Jh/hs students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 5% 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 7:1, 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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