Serving 405 students in grades 7-8, Van Alstyne J High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Van Alstyne J H encompasses the entire Van Alstyne school district, covering approximately 63.4 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles from the school to its zone edge and a maximum distance of 7.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Alstyne J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Van Alstyne J High School's student population of 405 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
405 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Prepared Relevant Engaged Motivated Innovative Encouraging Relationships
School Rankings
Van Alstyne J High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Alstyne J High School is 0.54, 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
#1210 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Van Alstyne J High School's ranking?
Van Alstyne J High School is ranked #1210 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Van Alstyne J High School often compared to?
Van Alstyne J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howe Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Van Alstyne J High School?
405 students attend Van Alstyne J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Van Alstyne J High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Alstyne J High School?
Van Alstyne J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Van Alstyne J High School offer ?
Van Alstyne J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Van Alstyne J High School part of?
Van Alstyne J High School is part of Van Alstyne Independent School District.
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