Serving 1,379 students in grades 7-8, Moorhead 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 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MOORHEAD J H serves the eastern part of Conroe, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 118.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moorhead J High School's student population of 1,379 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,379 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Rankings
Moorhead 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 Moorhead J High School is 0.53, 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
#4429 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
63%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moorhead J High School's ranking?
Moorhead J High School is ranked #4429 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Moorhead J High School?
1,379 students attend Moorhead J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Moorhead J High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% 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 Moorhead J High School?
Moorhead J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moorhead J High School offer ?
Moorhead J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Moorhead J High School part of?
Moorhead J High School is part of Conroe Independent School District.
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