Serving 910 students in grades 7-8, Memorial 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 910 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Memorial J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Memorial J High School's student population of 910 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
910 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Memorial 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 Memorial J High School is 0.08, 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
#5350 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
96%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Memorial J High School's ranking?
Memorial J High School is ranked #5350 out of 8,096 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Memorial J High School?
910 students attend Memorial J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Memorial J High School students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Memorial J High School?
Memorial J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Memorial J High School offer ?
Memorial J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Memorial J High School part of?
Memorial J High School is part of Eagle Pass Independent School District.
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