Serving 854 students in grades 6-8, R D Mcadams 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 854 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
R D Mcadams J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
R D Mcadams J High School's student population of 854 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
854 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Gators
School Rankings
R D Mcadams 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 R D Mcadams J High School is 0.57, 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
#6260 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
61%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
21%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gators
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R D Mcadams J High School's ranking?
R D Mcadams J High School is ranked #6260 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend R D Mcadams J High School?
854 students attend R D Mcadams J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of R D Mcadams J High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of R D Mcadams J High School?
R D Mcadams J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does R D Mcadams J High School offer ?
R D Mcadams J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is R D Mcadams J High School part of?
R D Mcadams J High School is part of Dickinson Independent School District.
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