Serving 775 students in grades 6-8, Coleman J High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coleman J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Coleman J High School's student population of 775 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
775 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Coleman J High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coleman J High School is 0.69, 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
#3268 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
39%
54%
Black
17%
13%
White
37%
24%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
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 Coleman J High School's ranking?
Coleman J High School is ranked #3268 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Coleman J High School?
775 students attend Coleman J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Coleman J High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coleman J High School?
Coleman J High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Coleman J High School offer ?
Coleman J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Coleman J High School part of?
Coleman J High School is part of Waxahachie Independent School District.
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