Serving 254 students in grades 6-8, Industrial 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 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Industrial Junior High encompasses the entire school district in Vanderbilt, TX, covering approximately 287.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 19.7 miles from the school to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Industrial J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Industrial J High School's student population of 254 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
254 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1949
School Rankings
Industrial 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 Industrial J High School is 0.49, 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
#814 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Industrial J High School's ranking?
Industrial J High School is ranked #814 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Industrial J High School?
254 students attend Industrial J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Industrial J High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Industrial J High School?
Industrial J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Industrial J High School offer ?
Industrial J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Industrial J High School part of?
Industrial J High School is part of Industrial Independent School District.
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