Serving 793 students in grades 6-8, Fairview 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 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairview J High School's student population of 793 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
793 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Fairview J High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairview J High School is 0.55, 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
#3494 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
58%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
34%
25%
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
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Fairview J High School's ranking?
Fairview J High School is ranked #3494 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Fairview J High School often compared to?
Fairview J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like G W Harby J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Fairview J High School?
793 students attend Fairview J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Fairview J High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairview J High School?
Fairview J High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fairview J High School offer ?
Fairview J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fairview J High School part of?
Fairview J High School is part of Alvin Independent School District.
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