Freer High School is a public high school located in the city of Freer, Texas, USA and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Freer Independent School District located in northwestern Duval County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 146 students in grades 6-8, Lucy Aragon 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lucy Aragon J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lucy Aragon J High School's student population of 146 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
146 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lucy Aragon 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 Lucy Aragon J High School is 0.08, 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
#5982 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
96%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
4%
24%
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
86%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Freer Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buckaroos/lady Bucks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucy Aragon J High School's ranking?
Lucy Aragon J High School is ranked #5982 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lucy Aragon J High School?
146 students attend Lucy Aragon J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Lucy Aragon J High School students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lucy Aragon J High School?
Lucy Aragon J High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lucy Aragon J High School offer ?
Lucy Aragon J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lucy Aragon J High School part of?
Lucy Aragon J High School is part of Freer Independent School District.
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