Banquete J High School

4334 4th St
Banquete, TX 78339
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 186 students in grades 6-8, Banquete J High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 186 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Top 30% in TX
  • : 52% (Top 30%)
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Banquete J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

School Overview

Banquete J High School's student population of 186 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
186 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
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School Rankings

Banquete J High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Banquete J High School is 0.23, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#2289 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
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52%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Banquete J High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
55%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Banquete J High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
60-64%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Banquete J High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
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5%
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Hispanic
87%
53%
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Black
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13%
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White
13%
26%
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Hawaiian
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n/a
Two or more races
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3%
All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Texas.
0.23
This chart displays the diversity score of Banquete J High School and the public school average diversity score of Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Banquete J High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Banquete J High School's ranking?
Banquete J High School is ranked #2289 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Banquete J High School?
186 students attend Banquete J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Banquete J High School students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Banquete J High School?
Banquete J High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Banquete J High School offer ?
Banquete J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Banquete J High School part of?
Banquete J High School is part of Banquete Independent School District.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 186 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 52% (Top 30%)
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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