Serving 664 students in grades 6-8, Sealy 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: 664 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sealy Junior High serves the entire district of Sealy, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 206.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 14.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sealy J High School's student population of 664 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
664 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Sealy 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 Sealy J High School is 0.58, 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
#5029 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
57%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
31%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sealy J High School's ranking?
Sealy J High School is ranked #5029 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sealy J High School?
664 students attend Sealy J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Sealy J High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sealy J High School?
Sealy J High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sealy J High School offer ?
Sealy J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sealy J High School part of?
Sealy J High School is part of Sealy Independent School District.
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