Serving 307 students in grades 5-8, Jefferson J High School 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson J H's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 403.3 square miles in Jefferson, TX. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 22 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson J High School's student population of 307 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
307 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Jefferson J High School 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 Jefferson J High School is 0.54, 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
#6408 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
5%
54%
Black
24%
13%
White
63%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson J High School's ranking?
Jefferson J High School is ranked #6408 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jefferson J High School?
307 students attend Jefferson J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Jefferson J High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson J High School?
Jefferson J High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson J High School offer ?
Jefferson J High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Jefferson J High School part of?
Jefferson J High School is part of Jefferson Independent School District.
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