Claudia Taylor "Lady Bird" Johnson High School is a public high school in San Antonio, Texas named after U.S. First Lady Lady Bird Johnson. It is part of the North East Independent School District and classified as a 6A school by the University Interscholastic League.
Serving 3,196 students in grades 9-12, Johnson High School ranks in the top 10% 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 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,196 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnson 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
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Johnson High School's student population of 3,196 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 172 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,196 students
Total Classroom Teachers
172 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Johnson High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnson High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#471 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
46%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
32%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
North East Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson High School's ranking?
Johnson High School is ranked #471 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Johnson High School often compared to?
Johnson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reagan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Johnson High School?
The graduation rate of Johnson High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Johnson High School?
3,196 students attend Johnson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Johnson High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnson High School?
Johnson High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnson High School offer ?
Johnson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Johnson High School part of?
Johnson High School is part of North East Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Johnson High School located?
Johnson High School is located in the Far North Central neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Far North Central.
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