Serving 544 students in grades 7-8, La Porte 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 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Porte J High School's student population of 544 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
La Porte 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 La Porte J High School is 0.60, 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
#3498 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
53%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
34%
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
58%
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 La Porte J High School's ranking?
La Porte J High School is ranked #3498 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend La Porte J High School?
544 students attend La Porte J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of La Porte J High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Porte J High School?
La Porte J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Porte J High School offer ?
La Porte J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is La Porte J High School part of?
La Porte J High School is part of La Porte Independent School District.
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