Serving 341 students in grades 7-8, Pittsburg 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 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburg J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburg J High School's student population of 341 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Pittsburg J High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburg J High School is 0.65, 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
#1954 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
46%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
35%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburg J High School's ranking?
Pittsburg J High School is ranked #1954 out of 8,188 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pittsburg J High School?
341 students attend Pittsburg J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Pittsburg J High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburg J High School?
Pittsburg J High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pittsburg J High School offer ?
Pittsburg J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Pittsburg J High School part of?
Pittsburg J High School is part of Pittsburg Independent School District.
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