Serving 810 students in grades 7-8, Lake Highlands J High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 810 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Highlands J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lake Highlands J High School's student population of 810 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
810 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Highlands J High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Highlands J High School is 0.70, 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
#3513 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
40%
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
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Lake Highlands J High School's ranking?
Lake Highlands J High School is ranked #3513 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lake Highlands J High School often compared to?
Lake Highlands J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Meadow J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lake Highlands J High School?
810 students attend Lake Highlands J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Lake Highlands J High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Highlands J High School?
Lake Highlands J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Highlands J High School offer ?
Lake Highlands J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Lake Highlands J High School part of?
Lake Highlands J High School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Highlands J High School located?
Lake Highlands J High School is located in the Lake Highlands neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Lake Highlands.
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