Serving 868 students in grades 7-8, Lake Jackson Intermediate 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 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 868 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Jackson Intermediate School's student population of 868 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
868 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Jackson Intermediate 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 Lake Jackson Intermediate School is 0.61, 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
#3074 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
45%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
44%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Jackson Intermediate School's ranking?
Lake Jackson Intermediate School is ranked #3074 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lake Jackson Intermediate School often compared to?
Lake Jackson Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clute Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lake Jackson Intermediate School?
868 students attend Lake Jackson Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lake Jackson Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Jackson Intermediate School?
Lake Jackson Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Jackson Intermediate School offer ?
Lake Jackson Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Lake Jackson Intermediate School part of?
Lake Jackson Intermediate School is part of Brazosport Independent School District.
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