Serving 395 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Perryton J H's attendance zone encompasses the entire Perryton school district, covering approximately 790.3 square miles in Perryton, TX. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 15.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 27.5 miles.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Perryton J High School's student population of 395 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
395 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Perryton 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 Perryton J High School is 0.42, 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
#2216 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
72%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Perryton J High School's ranking?
Perryton J High School is ranked #2216 out of 8,096 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 Prep Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Perryton J High School?
395 students attend Perryton J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Perryton J High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 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 Independent School District.
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