Serving 836 students in grades 6-8, La Vernia J High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 836 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Vernia J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
La Vernia J High School's student population of 836 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
836 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Vernia J High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Vernia J High School is 0.50, 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
#1930 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
35%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
62%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Vernia J High School's ranking?
La Vernia J High School is ranked #1930 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are La Vernia J High School often compared to?
La Vernia J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poth J High School, Stockdale J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend La Vernia J High School?
836 students attend La Vernia J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of La Vernia J High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Vernia J High School?
La Vernia J High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Vernia J High School offer ?
La Vernia J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is La Vernia J High School part of?
La Vernia J High School is part of La Vernia Independent School District.
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