Jourdanton High School is a public high school located in Jourdanton, Texas, United States, and is classified as a 3A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Jourdanton Independent School District located in central Atascosa County.
Serving 362 students in grades 6-8, Jourdanton J High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jourdanton J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jourdanton J High School's student population of 362 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
362 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jourdanton J High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jourdanton J High School is 0.50, 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
#1714 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
61%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
36%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indians/squaws
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jourdanton J High School's ranking?
Jourdanton J High School is ranked #1714 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jourdanton J High School often compared to?
Jourdanton J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jourdanton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jourdanton J High School?
362 students attend Jourdanton J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Jourdanton J High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jourdanton J High School?
Jourdanton J High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jourdanton J High School offer ?
Jourdanton J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jourdanton J High School part of?
Jourdanton J High School is part of Jourdanton Independent School District.
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