John B. Connally High School is a public secondary school in Austin, Texas, United States. The school, which opened in 1996, serves 9–12 and is part of the Pflugerville Independent School District.
Serving 1,974 students in grades 9-12, John B Connally 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 13% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower 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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,974 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John B Connally High School serves the western part of Austin, TX, covering an area of approximately 13.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 3.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
John B Connally High School's student population of 1,974 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 142 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,974 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
142 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
Campus Size
351,455 sq. ft.
School Motto
Integrity. Loyalty. Honor.
School Rankings
John B Connally 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 John B Connally High School is 0.53, 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
#7712 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John B Connally High School's ranking?
John B Connally High School is ranked #7712 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 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of John B Connally High School?
The graduation rate of John B Connally High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend John B Connally High School?
1,974 students attend John B Connally High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of John B Connally High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John B Connally High School?
John B Connally High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does John B Connally High School offer ?
John B Connally High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is John B Connally High School part of?
John B Connally High School is part of Pflugerville Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is John B Connally High School located?
John B Connally High School is located in the Scofield Farms neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Scofield Farms.
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