Serving 786 students in grades 6-8, Howard J High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 786 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Howard J High School's student population of 786 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
786 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Howard J High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard J High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#2996 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
20%
13%
White
42%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Howard J High School's ranking?
Howard J High School is ranked #2996 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Howard J High School often compared to?
Howard J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Finley J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Howard J High School?
786 students attend Howard J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Howard J High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howard J High School?
Howard J High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Howard J High School offer ?
Howard J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Howard J High School part of?
Howard J High School is part of Waxahachie Independent School District.
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