Serving 277 students in grades 7-8, Peaster J High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peaster J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Peaster J High School's student population of 277 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Growing Our Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Peaster J High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peaster J High School is 0.43, 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
#2967 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
21%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
73%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Peaster Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peaster J High School's ranking?
Peaster J High School is ranked #2967 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Peaster J High School?
277 students attend Peaster J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Peaster J High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peaster J High School?
Peaster J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Peaster J High School offer ?
Peaster J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Peaster J High School part of?
Peaster J High School is part of Peaster Independent School District.
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