Serving 1,120 students in grades 6-8, Schultz 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,120 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Schultz J High School's student population of 1,120 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,120 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Schultz 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 Schultz J High School is 0.58, 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
#4809 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
57%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
31%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schultz J High School's ranking?
Schultz J High School is ranked #4809 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Schultz J High School?
1,120 students attend Schultz J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Schultz J High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Schultz J High School?
Schultz J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Schultz J High School offer ?
Schultz J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Schultz J High School part of?
Schultz J High School is part of Waller Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2012
I learned english and all my teachers were a big help for me when I was new at this state my friends were also respectful now I finish high school im working and all from this small town who show me care & respect ... I love waller!!! .... Roxana Elizabeth Henriquez Velasquez
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