Serving 908 students in grades 7-8, Ennis 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 52% (which is higher 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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 908 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ennis J High School's student population of 908 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
908 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Motto
LEADING THE WAY, LIVING THE WAY...
School Rankings
Ennis 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 Ennis J High School is 0.60, 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
#3412 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
56%
54%
Black
16%
13%
White
25%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ennis J High School's ranking?
Ennis J High School is ranked #3412 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ennis J High School often compared to?
Ennis J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmer Middle 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 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ennis J High School?
908 students attend Ennis J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Ennis J High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ennis J High School?
Ennis J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ennis J High School offer ?
Ennis J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Ennis J High School part of?
Ennis J High School is part of Ennis Independent School District.
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