Serving 553 students in grades 6-8, Connally 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 15% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Connally J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Connally J High School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
553 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Connally 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 Connally J High School is 0.67, 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
#7658 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
42%
54%
Black
36%
13%
White
18%
24%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Connally J High School's ranking?
Connally J High School is ranked #7658 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Connally J High School often compared to?
Connally J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like China Spring Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Connally J High School?
553 students attend Connally J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Connally J High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Connally J High School?
Connally J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Connally J High School offer ?
Connally J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Connally J High School part of?
Connally J High School is part of Connally Independent School District.
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