Serving 711 students in grades 6-8, Baytown 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 40% (which is lower 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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baytown J High School's student population of 711 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
711 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to Excellence
School Rankings
Baytown 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 Baytown J High School is 0.49, 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
#5876 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
69%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
12%
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
79%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Baytown J High School's ranking?
Baytown J High School is ranked #5876 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 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Baytown J High School?
711 students attend Baytown J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Baytown J High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baytown J High School?
Baytown J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baytown J High School offer ?
Baytown J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Baytown J High School part of?
Baytown J High School is part of Goose Creek CISD School District.
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