Serving 782 students in grades 9-12, Hardin-jefferson 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% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hardin-jefferson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hardin-jefferson High School's student population of 782 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
782 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students and Growing Tomorrow's Leaders
School Rankings
Hardin-jefferson 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 Hardin-jefferson High School is 0.52, 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
#1368 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
12%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
66%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Hardin-jefferson High School's ranking?
Hardin-jefferson High School is ranked #1368 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hardin-jefferson High School often compared to?
Hardin-jefferson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lumberton High School by visitors of our site.
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% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hardin-jefferson High School?
The graduation rate of Hardin-jefferson High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hardin-jefferson High School?
782 students attend Hardin-jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Hardin-jefferson High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hardin-jefferson High School?
Hardin-jefferson High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hardin-jefferson High School offer ?
Hardin-jefferson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hardin-jefferson High School part of?
Hardin-jefferson High School is part of Hardin-Jefferson Independent School District.
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