Serving 285 students in grades 6-8, Watson 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 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Watson J H's attendance zone covers the entire Muleshoe school district, encompassing approximately 468.2 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 20.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watson J High School's student population of 285 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Watson 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 Watson J High School is 0.18, 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
#6802 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
90%
54%
White
9%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watson J High School's ranking?
Watson J High School is ranked #6802 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Watson J High School?
285 students attend Watson J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Watson J High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Watson J High School?
Watson J High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Watson J High School offer ?
Watson J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Watson J High School part of?
Watson J High School is part of Muleshoe Independent School District.
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