Serving 324 students in grades 6-8, Wharton 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 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: WHARTON J H's attendance zone encompasses the entire Wharton, TX school district, covering approximately 183.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 6.8 miles and the furthest edge reaching 15.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wharton J High School's student population of 324 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wharton 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 Wharton J High School is 0.57, 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
#7476 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
60%
54%
Black
26%
13%
White
9%
24%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wharton J High School's ranking?
Wharton J High School is ranked #7476 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Wharton J High School?
324 students attend Wharton J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Wharton J High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wharton J High School?
Wharton J High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wharton J High School offer ?
Wharton J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wharton J High School part of?
Wharton J High School is part of Wharton Independent School District.
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