Serving 865 students in grades 6-8, Jackie Doucet Caffey 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 865 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School's student population of 865 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
865 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackie Doucet Caffey 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 Jackie Doucet Caffey 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
#4671 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
44%
13%
White
14%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School's ranking?
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School is ranked #4671 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School?
865 students attend Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School?
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School offer ?
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School part of?
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School is part of Alvin Independent School District.
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