Serving 330 students in grades 6-8, Lillion E Luehrs J High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lillion E Luehrs JH's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bishop, TX, covering approximately 169.5 square miles. The zone typically takes 15-20 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lillion E Luehrs J High School's student population of 330 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
330 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lillion E Luehrs J High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lillion E Luehrs J High School 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
#2156 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
82%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
16%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lillion E Luehrs J High School's ranking?
Lillion E Luehrs J High School is ranked #2156 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lillion E Luehrs J High School?
330 students attend Lillion E Luehrs J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lillion E Luehrs J High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lillion E Luehrs J High School?
Lillion E Luehrs J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lillion E Luehrs J High School offer ?
Lillion E Luehrs J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lillion E Luehrs J High School part of?
Lillion E Luehrs J High School is part of Bishop CISD School District.
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