Serving 764 students in grades 7-8, Pearland J H South ranks in the top 20% 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 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher 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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 764 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearland J H South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pearland J H South's student population of 764 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
764 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pearland J H South 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 Pearland J H South is 0.66, 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
#1517 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
51%
54%
Black
17%
13%
White
24%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearland J H South's ranking?
Pearland J H South is ranked #1517 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pearland J H South often compared to?
Pearland J H Southis often viewed alongside schools like Pearland J H East, Pearland J H West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pearland J H South?
764 students attend Pearland J H South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Pearland J H South students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pearland J H South?
Pearland J H South has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearland J H South offer ?
Pearland J H South offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Pearland J H South part of?
Pearland J H South is part of Pearland Independent School District.
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