Serving 536 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy ranks in the top 20% 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 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy's student population of 536 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy 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 Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy is 0.28, 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
#1286 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
12%
54%
Black
84%
13%
White
n/a
24%
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
36%
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 Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy's ranking?
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy is ranked #1286 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy?
536 students attend Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy?
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy offer ?
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy part of?
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy is part of Desoto Independent School District.
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