Serving 1,083 students in grades 6-8, Montgomery J High School ranks in the top 20% 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 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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: 1,083 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Montgomery J H's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Montgomery, TX, spanning approximately 233 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 13.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montgomery J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Montgomery J High School's student population of 1,083 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,083 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montgomery J High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery J High School is 0.43, 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
#1181 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montgomery J High School's ranking?
Montgomery J High School is ranked #1181 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Montgomery J High School often compared to?
Montgomery J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lynn Lucas Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Montgomery J High School?
1,083 students attend Montgomery J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Montgomery J High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montgomery J High School?
Montgomery J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Montgomery J High School offer ?
Montgomery J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Montgomery J High School part of?
Montgomery J High School is part of Montgomery Independent School District.
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