Serving 1,334 students in grades 6-8, Harry Wright Junior 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- 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 Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Harry Wright Junior High School's student population of 1,334 students has grown by 8% 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
1,334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harry Wright Junior 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 Junior 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
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
45%
53%
Black
32%
13%
White
11%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry Wright Junior High School's ranking?
Harry Wright Junior 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 Junior High School?
1,334 students attend Harry Wright Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Harry Wright Junior High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harry Wright Junior High School?
Harry Wright Junior 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 Junior High School offer ?
Harry Wright Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harry Wright Junior High School part of?
Harry Wright Junior High School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
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