Serving 841 students in grades 6-8, Alvarado 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 841 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alvarado J High School's student population of 841 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 67% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
841 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alvarado 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 Alvarado J High School is 0.56, 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
#5695 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
50%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
44%
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
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Alvarado J High School's ranking?
Alvarado J High School is ranked #5695 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Alvarado J High School often compared to?
Alvarado J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alvarado High School, Alvarado El-north by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Alvarado J High School?
841 students attend Alvarado J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Alvarado J High School students are Hispanic, 44% 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 Alvarado J High School?
Alvarado J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alvarado J High School offer ?
Alvarado J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alvarado J High School part of?
Alvarado J High School is part of Alvarado Independent School District.
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