Serving 367 students in grades 6-8, Mexia J High School ranks in the bottom 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MEXIA J H's attendance zone encompasses the entire Mexia school district, covering approximately 170.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mexia J High School's student population of 367 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
367 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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School Rankings
Mexia J High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mexia J High School is 0.68, 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
#6510 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025 (no data for 1989)
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
47%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Black
24%
13%
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White
20%
24%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1992–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1999–2025 (no data for 2019)
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mexia J High School's ranking?
Mexia J High School is ranked #6510 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mexia J High School?
367 students attend Mexia J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Mexia J High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mexia J High School?
Mexia J High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mexia J High School offer ?
Mexia J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mexia J High School part of?
Mexia J High School is part of Mexia Independent School District.
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