Serving 926 students in grades 7-8, Frank Mcmillan J High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 926 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank Mcmillan 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
Frank Mcmillan J High School's student population of 926 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
926 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frank Mcmillan J High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank Mcmillan J High School is 0.72, 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
#538 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
23%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
43%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 Frank Mcmillan J High School's ranking?
Frank Mcmillan J High School is ranked #538 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Frank Mcmillan J High School?
926 students attend Frank Mcmillan J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Frank Mcmillan J High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frank Mcmillan J High School?
Frank Mcmillan J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Frank Mcmillan J High School offer ?
Frank Mcmillan J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Frank Mcmillan J High School part of?
Frank Mcmillan J High School is part of Wylie Independent School District.
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