Serving 389 students in grades 6-8, Ponder 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 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 43% 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: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ponder J H's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ponder, TX, covering approximately 53.5 square miles. Most students typically drive 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ponder J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ponder J High School's student population of 389 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
389 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Made for Greatness
School Rankings
Ponder 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 Ponder J High School is 0.53, 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
#2042 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
39%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponder J High School's ranking?
Ponder J High School is ranked #2042 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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ponder J High School?
389 students attend Ponder J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Ponder J High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ponder J High School?
Ponder J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ponder J High School offer ?
Ponder J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ponder J High School part of?
Ponder J High School is part of Ponder Independent School District.
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