Serving 681 students in grades 9-12, Jasper 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 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jasper High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Jasper High School's student population of 681 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jasper 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 Jasper High School is 0.69, 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
#7799 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
23%
53%
Black
37%
13%
White
36%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jasper High School's ranking?
Jasper High School is ranked #7799 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jasper High School often compared to?
Jasper High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kirbyville High School, Buna High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jasper High School?
The graduation rate of Jasper High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jasper High School?
681 students attend Jasper High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Jasper High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jasper High School?
Jasper High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jasper High School offer ?
Jasper High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jasper High School part of?
Jasper High School is part of Jasper Independent School District.
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