Jacksboro High School is a 3A high school located in Jacksboro, Texas. It is part of the Jacksboro Independent School District located in central Jack County. In 2011, the school was rated "Academically Acceptable" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 348 students in grades 9-12, Jacksboro 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacksboro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Jacksboro High School's student population of 348 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
Jacksboro 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 Jacksboro High School is 0.51, 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
#5995 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
62%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacksboro High School's ranking?
Jacksboro High School is ranked #5995 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jacksboro High School?
The graduation rate of Jacksboro High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jacksboro High School?
348 students attend Jacksboro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Jacksboro High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jacksboro High School?
Jacksboro High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jacksboro High School offer ?
Jacksboro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jacksboro High School part of?
Jacksboro High School is part of Jacksboro Independent School District.
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