Serving 1,205 students in grades 6-8, Morton Ranch 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 50% (which is lower 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 90% 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: 1,205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Morton Ranch Junior High serves the eastern part of Katy, TX, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest boundary located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morton Ranch J High School's student population of 1,205 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,205 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morton Ranch 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 Morton Ranch J High School is 0.58, 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
#4115 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)
50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
61%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-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 Morton Ranch J High School's ranking?
Morton Ranch J High School is ranked #4115 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Morton Ranch J High School often compared to?
Morton Ranch J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dean Middle School, Memorial Parkway J High School by visitors of our site.
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 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Morton Ranch J High School?
1,205 students attend Morton Ranch J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Morton Ranch J High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morton Ranch J High School?
Morton Ranch J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Morton Ranch J High School offer ?
Morton Ranch J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Morton Ranch J High School part of?
Morton Ranch J High School is part of Katy Independent School District.
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