Serving 540 students in grades 6-8, Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School's student population of 540 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
540 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School is 0.68, 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
#4363 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
43%
54%
Black
34%
13%
White
13%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School's ranking?
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School is ranked #4363 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School?
540 students attend Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School?
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School offer ?
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School part of?
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School is part of Alvin Independent School District.
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