Ellis Co Jjaep serves 9 students in grades 8-10.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-10
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellis Co Jjaep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ellis Co Jjaep's student population of 9 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-10
Total Students
9 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ellis Co Jjaep is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
45%
53%
Black
33%
13%
White
11%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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
How many students attend Ellis Co Jjaep?
9 students attend Ellis Co Jjaep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Ellis Co Jjaep students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Ellis Co Jjaep offer ?
Ellis Co Jjaep offers enrollment in grades 8-10
What school district is Ellis Co Jjaep part of?
Ellis Co Jjaep is part of Waxahachie Independent School District.
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