Serving 1,316 students in grades 6-8, Harry Wright 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,316 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harry Wright J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Harry Wright J High School's student population of 1,316 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harry Wright 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 Harry Wright J High School is 0.68, 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
#4260 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
47%
53%
Black
29%
13%
White
12%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
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 Harry Wright J High School's ranking?
Harry Wright J High School is ranked #4260 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harry Wright J High School?
1,316 students attend Harry Wright J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Harry Wright J High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harry Wright J High School?
Harry Wright J High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harry Wright J High School offer ?
Harry Wright J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harry Wright J High School part of?
Harry Wright J High School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
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