Serving 966 students in grades 6-8, T H Mcdonald J High School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 90% 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: 966 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
T H Mcdonald J High School's student population of 966 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
966 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
T H Mcdonald J High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of T H Mcdonald J High School is 0.61, 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
#3613 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
56%
54%
Black
25%
13%
White
10%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is T H Mcdonald J High School's ranking?
T H Mcdonald J High School is ranked #3613 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are T H Mcdonald J High School often compared to?
T H Mcdonald J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thornton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend T H Mcdonald J High School?
966 students attend T H Mcdonald J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of T H Mcdonald J High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of T H Mcdonald J High School?
T H Mcdonald J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does T H Mcdonald J High School offer ?
T H Mcdonald J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is T H Mcdonald J High School part of?
T H Mcdonald J High School is part of Katy Independent School District.
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