Serving 4 students in grades 7-11, Jefferson Co Youth Academy 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 <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 47%).
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-11
- Enrollment: 4 students
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in TX)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Co Youth Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Jefferson Co Youth Academy's student population of 4 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-11
Total Students
4 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jefferson Co Youth Academy is 0.51, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
53%
Black
50%
13%
White
50%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
75%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% TX state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Co Youth Academy?
4 students attend Jefferson Co Youth Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Jefferson Co Youth Academy students are Black, and 50% of students are White.
What grades does Jefferson Co Youth Academy offer ?
Jefferson Co Youth Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-11
What school district is Jefferson Co Youth Academy part of?
Jefferson Co Youth Academy is part of Beaumont ISD School District.
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