Serving 744 students in grades 6-8, San Jacinto J High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for San Jacinto Junior High in Midland, TX, covers approximately 9.3 square miles in the northern part of the school district, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school and an average distance of 1.9 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest point in the zone is about 3 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Jacinto J High School's student population of 744 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
744 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Jacinto 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 San Jacinto J High School is 0.52, 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
#4615 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
63%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
30%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Jacinto J High School's ranking?
San Jacinto J High School is ranked #4615 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend San Jacinto J High School?
744 students attend San Jacinto J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of San Jacinto J High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Jacinto J High School?
San Jacinto J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does San Jacinto J High School offer ?
San Jacinto J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is San Jacinto J High School part of?
San Jacinto J High School is part of Midland Independent School District.
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