Serving 919 students in grades 7-8, Pearland J H West ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearland J H West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pearland J H West's student population of 919 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
919 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pearland J H West ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearland J H West is 0.71, 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
#681 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
5%
Hispanic
43%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
25%
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
32%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearland J H West's ranking?
Pearland J H West is ranked #681 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pearland J H West often compared to?
Pearland J H Westis often viewed alongside schools like Pearland J H East, Pearland J H South, Berry Miller J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pearland J H West?
919 students attend Pearland J H West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Pearland J H West students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearland J H West?
Pearland J H West has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearland J H West offer ?
Pearland J H West offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Pearland J H West part of?
Pearland J H West is part of Pearland Independent School District.
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