Jourdanton J High School

200 Zanderson Ave
Jourdanton, TX 78026
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
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 385 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 15:1 is higher than 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 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 385 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 64%
  • : Top 30% in TX
  • : 53% (Top 30%)
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • : 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:

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Attribute

School Overview

Jourdanton J High School's student population of 385 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
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 0.51, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#1714 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
53%
44%
65%
51%
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
60%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
36%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.51
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Indians/squaws
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
385 students attend Jourdanton J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Jourdanton J High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% 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 15:1, which is higher than 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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 385 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 64%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 53% (Top 30%)
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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