Serving 1,510 students in grades 6-8, Cinco Ranch 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 77% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cinco Ranch 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
Cinco Ranch J High School's student population of 1,510 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cinco Ranch 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 Cinco Ranch J High School is 0.73, 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
#285 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
5%
Hispanic
30%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
35%
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
29%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cinco Ranch J High School's ranking?
Cinco Ranch J High School is ranked #285 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cinco Ranch J High School often compared to?
Cinco Ranch J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beckendorff J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cinco Ranch J High School?
1,510 students attend Cinco Ranch J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Cinco Ranch J High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cinco Ranch J High School?
Cinco Ranch J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cinco Ranch J High School offer ?
Cinco Ranch J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cinco Ranch J High School part of?
Cinco Ranch J High School is part of Katy Independent School District.
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