Serving 911 students in grades 7-8, Tomball J High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (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 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% 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: 911 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tomball J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Tomball J High School's student population of 911 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
911 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Tomball 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 Tomball J High School is 0.61, 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
#1512 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
51%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
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 Tomball J High School's ranking?
Tomball J High School is ranked #1512 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Tomball J High School often compared to?
Tomball J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willow Wood J High School, Grand Lakes J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% 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 Tomball J High School?
911 students attend Tomball J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Tomball J High School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tomball J High School?
Tomball J High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tomball J High School offer ?
Tomball J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Tomball J High School part of?
Tomball J High School is part of Tomball Independent School District.
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