John Jay High School is a public high school in the Northside Independent School District of San Antonio, Texas and classified as a 5A school by the University Interscholastic League. During 2022–2023, Jay High School had an enrollment of 2,248 students and a student to teacher ratio of 14.41.
Serving 2,118 students in grades 9-12, Jay 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 13% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jay High School's student population of 2,118 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 155 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,118 students
Total Classroom Teachers
155 teachers
Year Founded
1967
Colors
White, Blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jay 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 Jay High School is 0.26, 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
#7463 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
86%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
6%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Northside Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jay High School's ranking?
Jay High School is ranked #7463 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jay High School often compared to?
Jay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holmes High School, Marshall High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jay High School?
The graduation rate of Jay High School is 83%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jay High School?
2,118 students attend Jay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Jay High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% 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 Jay High School?
Jay High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jay High School offer ?
Jay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jay High School part of?
Jay High School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Jay High School located?
Jay High School is located in the Meadow Village neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Meadow Village.
School Reviews
Review Jay High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
