Prairiland High School is a public high school located in Pattonville, Texas that serves students in grades 9-12. The school is part of the Prairiland Independent School District which encompasses the southeastern corner of Lamar County and western portions of Red River County.
Serving 260 students in grades 6-8, Prairiland J High School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairiland J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Prairiland J High School's student population of 260 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
260 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prairiland 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 Prairiland J High School is 0.29, 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
#2912 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
10%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
84%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Prairiland Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriot
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairiland J High School's ranking?
Prairiland J High School is ranked #2912 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Prairiland J High School?
260 students attend Prairiland J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Prairiland J High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairiland J High School?
Prairiland J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prairiland J High School offer ?
Prairiland J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Prairiland J High School part of?
Prairiland J High School is part of Prairiland Independent School District.
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