Serving 771 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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 771 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Memorial Parkway J High School's student population of 771 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
771 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 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 0.69, 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
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
35%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
42%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 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 Morton Ranch J High School, Garland Mcmeans 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?
771 students attend Memorial Parkway J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Memorial Parkway J High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% 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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