Serving 1,152 students in grades 6-8, Garland Mcmeans J High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garland Mcmeans J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Garland Mcmeans J High School's student population of 1,152 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Garland Mcmeans J High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garland Mcmeans J High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#113 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
5%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
45%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garland Mcmeans J High School's ranking?
Garland Mcmeans J High School is ranked #113 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Garland Mcmeans J High School often compared to?
Garland Mcmeans J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial Parkway J High School, Beckendorff J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Garland Mcmeans J High School?
1,152 students attend Garland Mcmeans J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Garland Mcmeans J High School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garland Mcmeans J High School?
Garland Mcmeans J High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Garland Mcmeans J High School offer ?
Garland Mcmeans J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Garland Mcmeans J High School part of?
Garland Mcmeans J High School is part of Katy ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Garland Mcmeans J High School located?
Garland Mcmeans J High School is located in the Willow Fork neighborhood of Katy, TX.
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