Serving 765 students in grades 6-8, Horace Mann 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 39% (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 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 765 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horace Mann J High School's student population of 765 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
765 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Colors
Gator colors
School Motto
One Vision, One Goal: Student Success
School Rankings
Horace Mann 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 Horace Mann J High School is 0.36, 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
#5377 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
79%
54%
Black
11%
13%
White
6%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horace Mann J High School's ranking?
Horace Mann J High School is ranked #5377 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?
39% 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 Horace Mann J High School?
765 students attend Horace Mann J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Horace Mann J High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horace Mann J High School?
Horace Mann J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Horace Mann J High School offer ?
Horace Mann J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Horace Mann J High School part of?
Horace Mann J High School is part of Goose Creek CISD School District.
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