Serving 302 students in grades 5-8, East Bernard J 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 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Bernard J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
East Bernard J High School's student population of 302 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Bernard J 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 East Bernard J High School is 0.53, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1375 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
32%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
61%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Bernard J High School's ranking?
East Bernard J High School is ranked #1375 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend East Bernard J High School?
302 students attend East Bernard J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of East Bernard J High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Bernard J High School?
East Bernard J High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Bernard J High School offer ?
East Bernard J High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is East Bernard J High School part of?
East Bernard J High School is part of East Bernard Independent School District.
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