Serving 984 students in grades 7-8, Grand Lakes J High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 984 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Lakes 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
Grand Lakes J High School's student population of 984 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
984 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Grand Lakes J High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Lakes J High School is 0.70, 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
#528 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
32%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
43%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Grand Lakes J High School's ranking?
Grand Lakes J High School is ranked #528 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Grand Lakes J High School often compared to?
Grand Lakes J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willow Wood J High School, Tomball J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Grand Lakes J High School?
984 students attend Grand Lakes J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Grand Lakes J High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Lakes J High School?
Grand Lakes J High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grand Lakes J High School offer ?
Grand Lakes J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Grand Lakes J High School part of?
Grand Lakes J High School is part of Tomball Independent School District.
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