Serving 493 students in grades 7-8, Palestine J High 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 43% (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 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palestine J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Palestine J High School's student population of 493 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palestine J 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 Palestine 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
#3220 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
43%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
28%
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
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palestine J High School's ranking?
Palestine J High School is ranked #3220 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Palestine J High School often compared to?
Palestine J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakwood High School, Westwood J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% 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).
How many students attend Palestine J High School?
493 students attend Palestine J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Palestine J High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 25% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palestine J High School?
Palestine J High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palestine J High School offer ?
Palestine J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Palestine J High School part of?
Palestine J High School is part of Palestine Independent School District.
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