Serving 2,191 students in grades 9-12, Jack C Hays High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,191 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jack C Hays High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jack C Hays High School's student population of 2,191 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 134 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
134 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jack C Hays High 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 Jack C Hays High School is 0.54, 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
#2566 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
61%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
30%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Jack C Hays High School's ranking?
Jack C Hays High School is ranked #2566 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jack C Hays High School often compared to?
Jack C Hays High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lehman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jack C Hays High School?
The graduation rate of Jack C Hays High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jack C Hays High School?
2,191 students attend Jack C Hays High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Jack C Hays High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jack C Hays High School?
Jack C Hays High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jack C Hays High School offer ?
Jack C Hays High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jack C Hays High School part of?
Jack C Hays High School is part of Hays CISD School District.
School Reviews
4 5/23/2022
this is a very good school and special ed is good.
3 5/29/2021
This school lacks character, and the system is flawed.there specel ed program is terrible.
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