Serving 316 students in grades 7-8, Leon Taylor J High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher 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 14:1 is equal to 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Math Proficiency: 58%
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30% in TX)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leon Taylor J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Leon Taylor J High School's student population of 316 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Cooperation and Competition bring out the best in us
School Rankings
The diversity score of Leon Taylor J High School is 0.55, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)58%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
49%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
46%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% 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 Leon Taylor J High School?
316 students attend Leon Taylor J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Leon Taylor J High School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leon Taylor J High School?
Leon Taylor J High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leon Taylor J High School offer ?
Leon Taylor J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Leon Taylor J High School part of?
Leon Taylor J High School is part of Ingleside ISD School District.
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