Serving 766 students in grades 6-8, Memorial Parkway 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 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Memorial Parkway Junior High is located in the southeast part of Katy, TX, encompassing approximately 4.4 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Memorial Parkway J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Memorial Parkway J High School's student population of 766 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
766 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Memorial Parkway 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 Memorial Parkway J High School is 0.67, 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
#2125 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
35%
54%
Black
11%
13%
White
44%
24%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial Parkway J High School's ranking?
Memorial Parkway J High School is ranked #2125 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Memorial Parkway J High School often compared to?
Memorial Parkway J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garland Mcmeans J High School, Morton Ranch J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Memorial Parkway J High School?
766 students attend Memorial Parkway J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Memorial Parkway J High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial Parkway J High School?
Memorial Parkway J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Memorial Parkway J High School offer ?
Memorial Parkway J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Memorial Parkway J High School part of?
Memorial Parkway J High School is part of Katy Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Memorial Parkway J High School located?
Memorial Parkway J High School is located in the Memorial Parkway neighborhood of Katy, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Memorial Parkway.
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