Serving 355 students in grades 6, J W Holloway Sixth Grade School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J W Holloway Sixth Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
J W Holloway Sixth Grade School's student population of 355 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
355 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Above all, students first.
School Rankings
J W Holloway Sixth Grade 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 J W Holloway Sixth Grade School is 0.62, 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
#1494 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
18%
54%
Black
15%
13%
White
57%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Whitehouse Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J W Holloway Sixth Grade School's ranking?
J W Holloway Sixth Grade School is ranked #1494 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?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend J W Holloway Sixth Grade School?
355 students attend J W Holloway Sixth Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of J W Holloway Sixth Grade School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J W Holloway Sixth Grade School?
J W Holloway Sixth Grade School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does J W Holloway Sixth Grade School offer ?
J W Holloway Sixth Grade School offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is J W Holloway Sixth Grade School part of?
J W Holloway Sixth Grade School is part of Whitehouse Independent School District.
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