Serving 563 students in grades 7-8, La Porte J High School ranks in the top 50% 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 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 66% 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: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for La Porte Junior High serves the eastern part of La Porte, TX, encompassing approximately 16.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 2.5 miles to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Porte J High School's student population of 563 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
563 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student's Success is Our Number One Priority
School Rankings
La Porte J High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Porte J High School is 0.57, 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
#3498 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Porte J High School's ranking?
La Porte J High School is ranked #3498 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend La Porte J High School?
563 students attend La Porte J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of La Porte J High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Porte J High School?
La Porte J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Porte J High School offer ?
La Porte J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is La Porte J High School part of?
La Porte J High School is part of La Porte Independent School District.
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