Serving 173 students in grades 6-8, Ricardo L Trevino 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: TAFT J H's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Taft, TX, encompassing approximately 93.6 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ricardo L Trevino J High School's student population of 173 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
173 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Raising our standards to exceed expectations
School Rankings
Ricardo L Trevino 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 Ricardo L Trevino J High School is 0.18, 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
#6943 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
90%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
9%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ricardo L Trevino J High School's ranking?
Ricardo L Trevino J High School is ranked #6943 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ricardo L Trevino J High School?
173 students attend Ricardo L Trevino J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Ricardo L Trevino J High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ricardo L Trevino J High School?
Ricardo L Trevino J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ricardo L Trevino J High School offer ?
Ricardo L Trevino J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ricardo L Trevino J High School part of?
Ricardo L Trevino J High School is part of Taft Independent School District.
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