Serving 318 students in grades 7-8, Walker 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 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walker J H's attendance zone covers the entire Monahans school district, encompassing approximately 500 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 19.7 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends as far as 28.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walker J High School's student population of 318 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
318 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Walker 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 Walker J High School is 0.48, 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
#5838 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
67%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
26%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker J High School's ranking?
Walker J High School is ranked #5838 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 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Walker J High School?
318 students attend Walker J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Walker J High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walker J High School?
Walker J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walker J High School offer ?
Walker J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Walker J High School part of?
Walker J High School is part of Monahans-Wickett-Pyote Independent School District.
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