Serving 383 students in grades 6-8, Rains J High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: RAINS J H's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Emory, TX, covering approximately 234.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being around 8.8 miles and the furthest edge located 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rains J High School's student population of 383 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
383 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Rains J High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rains J High School is 0.44, 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
#6127 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
72%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rains J High School's ranking?
Rains J High School is ranked #6127 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rains J High School often compared to?
Rains J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rains High School, League City Intermediate School, Advantage Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rains J High School?
383 students attend Rains J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Rains J High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rains J High School?
Rains J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rains J High School offer ?
Rains J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rains J High School part of?
Rains J High School is part of Rains Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Best school ever. They teach us, students so many things. Our teachers work very hard for us, and us students appreciate all the work. We all love everone and we respect each other and we care.
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