Serving 538 students in grades 7-8, Boles J High School ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boles J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Boles J High School's student population of 538 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Boles J High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boles J High School is 0.71, 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
#1983 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
30%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
41%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boles J High School's ranking?
Boles J High School is ranked #1983 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Boles J High School often compared to?
Boles J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ousley J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Boles J High School?
538 students attend Boles J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Boles J High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boles J High School?
Boles J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Boles J High School offer ?
Boles J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Boles J High School part of?
Boles J High School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Boles J High School located?
Boles J High School is located in the Southwest Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 12 other public schools located in Southwest Arlington.
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