Serving 455 students in grades 6-8, Perryton J High School ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perryton J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Perryton J High School's student population of 455 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Perryton J High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perryton J High School is 0.37, 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
#1736 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
76%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
23%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perryton J High School's ranking?
Perryton J High School is ranked #1736 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Perryton J High School often compared to?
Perryton J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Uplift Atlas Preparatory - Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Perryton J High School?
455 students attend Perryton J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Perryton J High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perryton J High School?
Perryton J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Perryton J High School offer ?
Perryton J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Perryton J High School part of?
Perryton J High School is part of Perryton ISD School District.
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