Serving 1,129 students in grades 7-8, Abell J 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abell J High School's student population of 1,129 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,129 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
Abell J 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 Abell J 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
#4449 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
65%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
23%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abell J High School's ranking?
Abell J High School is ranked #4449 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Abell J High School often compared to?
Abell J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goddard J High School, Midland Academy Charter School, Alamo J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Abell J High School?
1,129 students attend Abell J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Abell J High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abell J High School?
Abell J High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Abell J High School offer ?
Abell J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Abell J High School part of?
Abell J High School is part of Midland Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Abell J High School located?
Abell J High School is located in the Grassland Estates neighborhood of Midland, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Grassland Estates.
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