Serving 91 students in grades 6-8, Cross Roads J High School ranks in the top 10% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cross Roads J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cross Roads J High School's student population of 91 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
91 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Cross Roads J High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cross Roads J High School is 0.43, 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
#792 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
16%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
74%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Cross Roads J High School's ranking?
Cross Roads J High School is ranked #792 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cross Roads J High School often compared to?
Cross Roads J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cross Roads High School, Athens Middle School, Cross Roads Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cross Roads J High School?
91 students attend Cross Roads J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Cross Roads J High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cross Roads J High School?
Cross Roads J High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cross Roads J High School offer ?
Cross Roads J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cross Roads J High School part of?
Cross Roads J High School is part of Cross Roads Independent School District.
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