Serving 274 students in grades 6-8, Roosevelt 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 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Roosevelt J High School's student population of 274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Mascot
Eagle
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Roosevelt 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 Roosevelt J High School is 0.53, 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
#6653 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
60%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
34%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt J High School's ranking?
Roosevelt J High School is ranked #6653 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt J High School?
274 students attend Roosevelt J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Roosevelt J High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roosevelt J High School?
Roosevelt J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roosevelt J High School offer ?
Roosevelt J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Roosevelt J High School part of?
Roosevelt J High School is part of Roosevelt Independent School District.
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