Serving 781 students in grades 6-8, G W Harby J High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 781 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
G W Harby J High School's student population of 781 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
781 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
22 acres
School Motto
Each student, Every day.
School Rankings
G W Harby 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 G W Harby J High School is 0.49, 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
#4171 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
67%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
26%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G W Harby J High School's ranking?
G W Harby J High School is ranked #4171 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are G W Harby J High School often compared to?
G W Harby J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alvin J High School, Fairview J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend G W Harby J High School?
781 students attend G W Harby J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of G W Harby J High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G W Harby J High School?
G W Harby J High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does G W Harby J High School offer ?
G W Harby J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is G W Harby J High School part of?
G W Harby J High School is part of Alvin Independent School District.
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