Serving 565 students in grades 7-8, Needville 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 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Needville J H's attendance zone encompasses the entire Needville school district, covering approximately 200.7 square miles around Needville, TX, with a typical drive to the school taking about 15-20 minutes and the furthest edge being up to 13.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Needville 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
Needville J High School's student population of 565 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
565 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Needville 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 Needville J High School is 0.56, 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
#1060 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
51%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
43%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Fighting Blue Jays
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Needville J High School's ranking?
Needville J High School is ranked #1060 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Needville J High School?
565 students attend Needville J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Needville J High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Needville J High School?
Needville J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Needville J High School offer ?
Needville J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Needville J High School part of?
Needville J High School is part of Needville Independent School District.
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