Serving 927 students in grades 6-8, Jackie Doucet Caffey 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 927 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School's student population of 927 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
927 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4671 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
31%
53%
Black
47%
13%
White
12%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School's ranking?
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School is ranked #4671 out of 8,188 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 41% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School?
927 students attend Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School?
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School offer ?
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School part of?
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School is part of Alvin Independent School District.
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