Serving 776 students in grades 6-8, Whitehouse J High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 776 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitehouse J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Whitehouse J High School's student population of 776 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Whitehouse J High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitehouse J High School is 0.56, 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
#490 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
63%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 Whitehouse J High School's ranking?
Whitehouse J High School is ranked #490 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Whitehouse J High School often compared to?
Whitehouse J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lindale J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Whitehouse J High School?
776 students attend Whitehouse J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Whitehouse J High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitehouse J High School?
Whitehouse J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Whitehouse J High School offer ?
Whitehouse J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Whitehouse J High School part of?
Whitehouse J High School is part of Whitehouse Independent School District.
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