Serving 688 students in grades 7-8, Forest Meadow 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Meadow J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Forest Meadow J High School's student population of 688 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
688 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Meadow J High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Meadow 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
#4525 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
30%
53%
Black
35%
13%
White
23%
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
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Forest Meadow J High School's ranking?
Forest Meadow J High School is ranked #4525 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Forest Meadow J High School often compared to?
Forest Meadow J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty J High School, Lake Highlands J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Forest Meadow J High School?
688 students attend Forest Meadow J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Forest Meadow J High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Meadow J High School?
Forest Meadow J High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest Meadow J High School offer ?
Forest Meadow J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Forest Meadow J High School part of?
Forest Meadow J High School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Forest Meadow J High School located?
Forest Meadow J High School is located in the Lake Highlands neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Lake Highlands.
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