Hebbronville J H

Hebbronville J H is a middle school in Hebbronville, TX, serving 221 students in grades 6-8 within the Jim Hogg County Independent School District (Isd), a community where over 81% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch.

This school is a study in contrasts. While it struggles with standard math—only 6.25% of 6th graders and 24% of 8th graders were proficient in the most recent year—it is a powerhouse in advanced coursework. An impressive 92.59% of students taking Algebra I passed, far exceeding the state average of 54.03%. This suggests the school is highly effective at identifying and preparing its top math students, even as the majority of students need more support. Compared to the nearby Bruni Middle, which excels in standard math (60% of 6th graders proficient), Hebbronville J H spends significantly less per student ($11,605 vs. $23,973) yet maintains a similar student-to-teacher ratio. The school also has a history of outstanding support for English Language Learners, ranking in the 93rd percentile statewide for this group in a recent year.

However, the school faces challenges with consistency. Support for Special Education students dropped dramatically from the 82nd percentile to the 4th percentile in just one year, and 8th-grade Social Studies proficiency has remained chronically low, ranging from just 5% to 20% over the last four years. On a positive note, the school has maintained a 0.0% dropout rate for at least five years, showing it is effective at keeping students engaged through 8th grade. The key takeaway for parents is that Hebbronville J H offers strong opportunities for advanced math students and English Language Learners, but families should be aware of the volatility in support for other student groups and the persistent weakness in Social Studies.