Serving 481 students in grades 6-8, Rusk 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 40% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower 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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rusk J High School's student population of 481 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rusk J High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rusk J High School is 0.56, 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
#3290 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
62%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rusk J High School's ranking?
Rusk J High School is ranked #3290 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rusk J High School often compared to?
Rusk J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bullard Int by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Rusk J High School?
481 students attend Rusk J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Rusk J High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rusk J High School?
Rusk J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rusk J High School offer ?
Rusk J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rusk J High School part of?
Rusk J High School is part of Rusk ISD School District.
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