Serving 1,962 students in grades 6-8, Briscoe Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,962 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briscoe Junior 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
Briscoe Junior High School's student population of 1,962 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,962 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Briscoe Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briscoe Junior High School is 0.75, 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
#1339 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
29%
53%
Black
27%
13%
White
29%
25%
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
33%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briscoe Junior High School's ranking?
Briscoe Junior High School is ranked #1339 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Briscoe Junior High School often compared to?
Briscoe Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Bowie Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Briscoe Junior High School?
1,962 students attend Briscoe Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Briscoe Junior High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 27% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Briscoe Junior High School?
Briscoe Junior High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Briscoe Junior High School offer ?
Briscoe Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Briscoe Junior High School part of?
Briscoe Junior High School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
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