Serving 103 students in grades 7-8, Tornillo 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 103 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tornillo J High School's student population of 103 students has declined by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
103 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Empowering our learning community to live their purpose by honoring values and beliefs for a holistic postsecondary journey
School Rankings
Tornillo 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 Tornillo J High School is 0.00, 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
#7395 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tornillo J High School's ranking?
Tornillo J High School is ranked #7395 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Tornillo J High School?
103 students attend Tornillo J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Tornillo J High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tornillo J High School?
Tornillo J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tornillo J High School offer ?
Tornillo J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Tornillo J High School part of?
Tornillo J High School is part of Tornillo Independent School District.
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