Serving 1,975 students in grades 7-8, York J 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 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 50% 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: 1,975 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
York 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
Diversity
School Overview
York J High School's student population of 1,975 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,975 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
School Rankings
York 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 York J High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#848 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
26%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
50%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 York J High School's ranking?
York J High School is ranked #848 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are York J High School often compared to?
York J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peet J High School, Oak Hills J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend York J High School?
1,975 students attend York J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of York J High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of York J High School?
York J High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does York J High School offer ?
York J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is York J High School part of?
York J High School is part of Conroe Independent School District.
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