Serving 1,467 students in grades 6-8, Tays J High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher 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 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tays J High School 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
Tays J High School's student population of 1,467 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tays J High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tays J High School is 0.73, 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
#180 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
39%
6%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
29%
25%
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
16%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tays J High School's ranking?
Tays J High School is ranked #180 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Tays J High School often compared to?
Tays J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beckendorff J High School, Cinco Ranch J High School, Seven Lakes J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Tays J High School?
1,467 students attend Tays J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Tays J High School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tays J High School?
Tays J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tays J High School offer ?
Tays J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tays J High School part of?
Tays J High School is part of Katy Independent School District.
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