Serving 299 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 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pittsburg J H's attendance zone covers the entire Pittsburg, TX school district, encompassing approximately 222.6 square miles. The typical drive time to the school from various points in the zone is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.6 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum of 17.3 miles to the furthest boundary.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pittsburg J High School's student population of 299 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
299 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Pittsburg 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 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
#1756 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)4.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Pittsburg J High School's ranking?
Pittsburg J High School is ranked #1756 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?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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?
299 students attend Pittsburg J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Pittsburg J High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 3% 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 10:1, 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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