Serving 510 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy ranks in the top 20% 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 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy's student population of 510 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy is 0.30, 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
#1616 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
13%
53%
Black
83%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy's ranking?
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy is ranked #1616 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy?
510 students attend Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy?
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy offer ?
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy part of?
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy is part of Desoto Independent School District.
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