Serving 842 students in grades 6-8, Copperas Cove J High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 842 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Copperas Cove J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Copperas Cove J High School's student population of 842 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
842 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Copperas Cove J High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Copperas Cove 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
#5245 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
37%
25%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Copperas Cove J High School's ranking?
Copperas Cove J High School is ranked #5245 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Copperas Cove J High School?
842 students attend Copperas Cove J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Copperas Cove J High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Copperas Cove J High School?
Copperas Cove J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Copperas Cove J High School offer ?
Copperas Cove J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Copperas Cove J High School part of?
Copperas Cove J High School is part of Copperas Cove Independent School District.
School Reviews
4 2/16/2023
pretty good school.
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