Serving 149 students in grades 6-8, Rivercrest J High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rivercrest J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rivercrest J High School's student population of 149 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
149 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rivercrest 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 Rivercrest J High School is 0.42, 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
#1194 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
17%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
74%
24%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rivercrest J High School's ranking?
Rivercrest J High School is ranked #1194 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rivercrest J High School?
149 students attend Rivercrest J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Rivercrest J High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rivercrest J High School?
Rivercrest J High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rivercrest J High School offer ?
Rivercrest J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rivercrest J High School part of?
Rivercrest J High School is part of Rivercrest Independent School District.
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