Serving 170 students in grades 6-8, Tulia 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 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tulia Junior High's attendance zone covers the entire Tulia, TX school district, encompassing approximately 432.1 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest edge being 18.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tulia J High School's student population of 170 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
170 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Tulia 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 Tulia J High School is 0.45, 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
#7761 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
72%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
9%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
17%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tulia J High School's ranking?
Tulia J High School is ranked #7761 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Tulia J High School?
170 students attend Tulia J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Tulia J High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tulia J High School?
Tulia J High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tulia J High School offer ?
Tulia J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tulia J High School part of?
Tulia J High School is part of Tulia Independent School District.
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