Serving 680 students in grades 6-8, Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School ranks in the bottom 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 29% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School's student population of 680 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
680 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Francisco Pancho Medrano 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 Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School is 0.15, 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
#5629 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
92%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
2%
25%
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
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School's ranking?
Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School is ranked #5629 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School?
680 students attend Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School?
Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School offer ?
Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School part of?
Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School located?
Francisco Pancho Medrano J High School is located in the Northwest Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Northwest Dallas.
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