Serving 560 students in grades 7-8, Richardson North 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 44% (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 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richardson North J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Richardson North J High School's student population of 560 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richardson North J High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richardson North J High School is 0.61, 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
#2605 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
43%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
45%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Richardson North J High School's ranking?
Richardson North J High School is ranked #2605 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Richardson North J High School often compared to?
Richardson North J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richardson West Technology And Arts Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% 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 Richardson North J High School?
560 students attend Richardson North J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Richardson North J High School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richardson North J High School?
Richardson North J High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richardson North J High School offer ?
Richardson North J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Richardson North J High School part of?
Richardson North J High School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
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