Serving 279 students in grades 6-8, Falfurrias 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 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Falfurrias J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Falfurrias J High School's student population of 279 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
279 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1995
Colors
Blue and White
School Rankings
Falfurrias 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 Falfurrias J High School is 0.06, 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
#6438 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
97%
54%
White
3%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Falfurrias J High School's ranking?
Falfurrias J High School is ranked #6438 out of 8,096 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Falfurrias J High School?
279 students attend Falfurrias J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Falfurrias J High School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Falfurrias J High School?
Falfurrias J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Falfurrias J High School offer ?
Falfurrias J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Falfurrias J High School part of?
Falfurrias J High School is part of Brooks County Independent School District.
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