Serving 592 students in grades 7-8, Azle J H South ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Azle J H South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Azle J H South's student population of 592 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
592 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Motto
It makes a difference to this ONE.
School Rankings
Azle J H South ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Azle J H South is 0.52, 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
#2252 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
32%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
62%
24%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Azle J H South's ranking?
Azle J H South is ranked #2252 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Azle J H South often compared to?
Azle J H Southis often viewed alongside schools like Santo Forte J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Azle J H South?
592 students attend Azle J H South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Azle J H South students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Azle J H South?
Azle J H South has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Azle J H South offer ?
Azle J H South offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Azle J H South part of?
Azle J H South is part of Azle Independent School District.
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