Serving 1,194 students in grades 6-8, Schultz 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 71% 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: 1,194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Schultz Junior High serves the northern part of Waller, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 185 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive time of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 14.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Schultz J High School's student population of 1,194 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,194 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Schultz 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 Schultz J High School is 0.61, 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
#4853 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schultz J High School's ranking?
Schultz J High School is ranked #4853 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Schultz J High School?
1,194 students attend Schultz J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Schultz J High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schultz J High School?
Schultz J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Schultz J High School offer ?
Schultz J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Schultz J High School part of?
Schultz J High School is part of Waller Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I learned english and all my teachers were a big help for me when I was new at this state my friends were also respectful now I finish high school im working and all from this small town who show me care & respect ... I love waller!!! .... Roxana Elizabeth Henriquez Velasquez
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