Serving 918 students in grades 6-8, Howard 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 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 69% 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: 918 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Howard J High School's student population of 918 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
918 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Howard BRAVE!
School Rankings
Howard 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 Howard 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
#3135 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
39%
54%
Black
25%
13%
White
31%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard J High School's ranking?
Howard J High School is ranked #3135 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Howard J High School often compared to?
Howard J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Finley J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Howard J High School?
918 students attend Howard J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Howard J High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 25% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard J High School?
Howard J High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Howard J High School offer ?
Howard J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Howard J High School part of?
Howard J High School is part of Waxahachie Independent School District.
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