Serving 1,685 students in grades 6-8, Reading J High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reading J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Reading J High School's student population of 1,685 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Reading J High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reading J High School is 0.73, 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
#706 out of 8079 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
40%
26%
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
35%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reading J High School's ranking?
Reading J High School is ranked #706 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Reading J High School often compared to?
Reading J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Briscoe J High School, James Bowie Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Reading J High School?
1,685 students attend Reading J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Reading J High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reading J High School?
Reading J High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Reading J High School offer ?
Reading J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Reading J High School part of?
Reading J High School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
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