Serving 160 students in grades 6-8, Spearman J High School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spearman J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Spearman J High School's student population of 160 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
160 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2021
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to Education...Committed to Excellence
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Spearman J High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spearman J High School is 0.40, 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
#1194 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
73%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
26%
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
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Spearman Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spearman J High School's ranking?
Spearman J High School is ranked #1194 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Spearman J High School?
160 students attend Spearman J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Spearman J High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spearman J High School?
Spearman J High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spearman J High School offer ?
Spearman J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Spearman J High School part of?
Spearman J High School is part of Spearman Independent School District.
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