Serving 1,395 students in grades 7-8, Knox J High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: KNOX J H serves the southwest part of Spring, TX, covering an area of approximately 28.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knox J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Knox J High School's student population of 1,395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,395 students
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1978
School Rankings
Knox J High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knox J High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#677 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
30%
54%
Black
9%
13%
White
46%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Navy
School Mascot
Knight / Lady Knight
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knox J High School's ranking?
Knox J High School is ranked #677 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Knox J High School often compared to?
Knox J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mccullough J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Knox J High School?
1,395 students attend Knox J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Knox J High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knox J High School?
Knox J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Knox J High School offer ?
Knox J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Knox J High School part of?
Knox J High School is part of Conroe Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Knox J High School located?
Knox J High School is located in the The Village of Grogans Mill neighborhood of Spring, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in The Village of Grogans Mill.
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