Serving 1,127 students in grades 6-8, J L Long Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
J L Long Middle School's student population of 1,127 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J L Long Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J L Long Middle 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
#3601 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
63%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
26%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J L Long Middle School's ranking?
J L Long Middle School is ranked #3601 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are J L Long Middle School often compared to?
J L Long Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodrow Wilson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend J L Long Middle School?
1,127 students attend J L Long Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of J L Long Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J L Long Middle School?
J L Long Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does J L Long Middle School offer ?
J L Long Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is J L Long Middle School part of?
J L Long Middle School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
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