Ganado High School is a public high school located in Ganado, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the Ganado Independent School District located in east central Jackson County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 152 students in grades 6-8, Ganado Junior High School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ganado Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ganado Junior High School's student population of 152 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Ganado Junior 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 Ganado Junior High School is 0.51, 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
#4645 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
61%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
35%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indian
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ganado Junior High School's ranking?
Ganado Junior High School is ranked #4645 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ganado Junior High School?
152 students attend Ganado Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Ganado Junior High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ganado Junior High School?
Ganado Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ganado Junior High School offer ?
Ganado Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ganado Junior High School part of?
Ganado Junior High School is part of Ganado Independent School District.
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