Serving 777 students in grades 6-8, Nolan Ryan J High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 88% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 777 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Nolan Ryan Junior High serves the northwest part of Alvin, TX, covering an area of approximately 38.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 15.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nolan Ryan J High School's student population of 777 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
777 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nolan Ryan J High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nolan Ryan J High School is 0.74, 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
#1701 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
21%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
41%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Longhorns
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nolan Ryan J High School's ranking?
Nolan Ryan J High School is ranked #1701 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nolan Ryan J High School?
777 students attend Nolan Ryan J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Nolan Ryan J High School students are Black, 21% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nolan Ryan J High School?
Nolan Ryan J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nolan Ryan J High School offer ?
Nolan Ryan J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Nolan Ryan J High School part of?
Nolan Ryan J High School is part of Alvin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Nolan Ryan J High School located?
Nolan Ryan J High School is located in the Shadow Creek Ranch neighborhood of Alvin, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Shadow Creek Ranch.
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