Serving 676 students in grades 6-8, Fairmont 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 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% 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: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairmont J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fairmont J High School's student population of 676 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
676 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fairmont 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 Fairmont J High School is 0.56, 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
#866 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
57%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
35%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Deer Park Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairmont J High School's ranking?
Fairmont J High School is ranked #866 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Fairmont J High School often compared to?
Fairmont J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bonnette J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Fairmont J High School?
676 students attend Fairmont J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Fairmont J High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairmont J High School?
Fairmont J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fairmont J High School offer ?
Fairmont J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fairmont J High School part of?
Fairmont J High School is part of Deer Park Independent School District.
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