Serving 1,538 students in grades 6-8, Reading Junior 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 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reading Junior 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
Diversity
School Overview
Reading Junior High School's student population of 1,538 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
Reading Junior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reading Junior High School is 0.75, 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
#592 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
20%
13%
White
35%
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
27%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Reading Junior High School's ranking?
Reading Junior High School is ranked #592 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Reading Junior High School often compared to?
Reading Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Briscoe Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Reading Junior High School?
1,538 students attend Reading Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Reading Junior High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reading Junior High School?
Reading Junior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Reading Junior High School offer ?
Reading Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Reading Junior High School part of?
Reading Junior High School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
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