Serving 88 students in grades 6-8, Lockney 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 88 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lockney J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lockney J High School's student population of 88 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
88 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
L - LISTEN E - EDUCATE A - TAKE ACTION D - MAKE A DIFFERENCE IT'S THE SHORTHORN WAY!
School Rankings
Lockney 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 Lockney J High School is 0.29, 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
#7023 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
83%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
16%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Lockney J High School's ranking?
Lockney J High School is ranked #7023 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lockney J High School?
88 students attend Lockney J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Lockney J High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lockney J High School?
Lockney J High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lockney J High School offer ?
Lockney J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lockney J High School part of?
Lockney J High School is part of Lockney Independent School District.
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