Serving 967 students in grades 7-9, Hurst J High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 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: 7-9
- Enrollment: 967 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hurst J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hurst J High School's student population of 967 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
967 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hurst 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 Hurst J High School is 0.73, 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
#1521 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
39%
54%
Black
16%
13%
White
31%
24%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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 Hurst J High School's ranking?
Hurst J High School is ranked #1521 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hurst J High School often compared to?
Hurst J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harwood J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hurst J High School?
967 students attend Hurst J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Hurst J High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hurst J High School?
Hurst J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hurst J High School offer ?
Hurst J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Hurst J High School part of?
Hurst J High School is part of Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District.
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