Serving 158 students in grades 7-8, George West J High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% 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: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George West J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
George West J High School's student population of 158 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
158 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
George West J High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George West J High School 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
#1278 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
56%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
41%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George West J High School's ranking?
George West J High School is ranked #1278 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend George West J High School?
158 students attend George West J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of George West J High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George West J High School?
George West J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does George West J High School offer ?
George West J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is George West J High School part of?
George West J High School is part of George West Independent School District.
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