Serving 594 students in grades 6-8, Rafael A Cantu 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 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rafael A Cantu J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rafael A Cantu J High School's student population of 594 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rafael A Cantu 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 Rafael A Cantu J High School is 0.02, 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
#6349 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
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 Rafael A Cantu J High School's ranking?
Rafael A Cantu J High School is ranked #6349 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rafael A Cantu J High School?
594 students attend Rafael A Cantu J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Rafael A Cantu J High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rafael A Cantu J High School?
Rafael A Cantu J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rafael A Cantu J High School offer ?
Rafael A Cantu J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rafael A Cantu J High School part of?
Rafael A Cantu J High School is part of Mission CISD School District.
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