Serving 133 students in grades 6-8, Panhandle J High School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Panhandle J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Panhandle J High School's student population of 133 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Panhandle J High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Panhandle J High School is 0.31, 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
#1194 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
13%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
82%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Panhandle J High School's ranking?
Panhandle J High School is ranked #1194 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Panhandle J High School?
133 students attend Panhandle J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Panhandle J High School students are White, 13% 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 Panhandle J High School?
Panhandle J High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Panhandle J High School offer ?
Panhandle J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Panhandle J High School part of?
Panhandle J High School is part of Panhandle Independent School District.
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