Serving 1,268 students in grades 7-8, Irons J High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irons J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Irons J High School's student population of 1,268 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
School Rankings
Irons J High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irons J High School is 0.70, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1944 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
38%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
36%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 Irons J High School's ranking?
Irons J High School is ranked #1944 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Irons J High School often compared to?
Irons J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Knox J High School, Peet J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Irons J High School?
1,268 students attend Irons J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Irons J High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irons J High School?
Irons J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irons J High School offer ?
Irons J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Irons J High School part of?
Irons J High School is part of Conroe Independent School District.
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