Serving 1,761 students in grades 6-8, Adams J High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,761 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adams 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
Diversity
School Overview
Adams J High School's student population of 1,761 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,761 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Adams J High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams J High School is 0.72, 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
#128 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
5%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
40%
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
11%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams J High School's ranking?
Adams J High School is ranked #128 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Adams J High School often compared to?
Adams J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seven Lakes 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 41% TX state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Adams J High School?
1,761 students attend Adams J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Adams J High School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adams J High School?
Adams J High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Adams J High School offer ?
Adams J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Adams J High School part of?
Adams J High School is part of Katy Independent School District.
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