Summary:
In zip code 78026, there is one middle school, Jourdanton J H, serving grades 6 through 8 in the Jourdanton area, which is part of the Jourdanton Independent School District (Isd).
Jourdanton J H has 362 students and a low student-to-teacher ratio of 14.2:1, with about 45% of students receiving free or reduced lunch. The school shows a clear upward trend in its overall state ranking, moving from the 55th percentile to the 67th percentile over the past three years. It is a standout in advanced mathematics, with 100% of 8th graders proficient in Algebra I in the 2024-2025 school year, far exceeding state averages. The school also excels in 8th-grade general math and 7th-grade reading, where 70% of students were proficient in the most recent year, well above the state average of 54%.
However, performance is uneven across subjects and grades. While 8th-grade math and Algebra I are strengths, 6th and 7th-grade math scores are below state averages, with only about 35% of students proficient. Reading proficiency varies significantly by grade, with 7th grade being a strong point but 8th grade falling below the state average. Social Studies is a persistent weakness, with only about 25% of 8th graders proficient, below the state average of 32%. The school’s high Algebra I scores dramatically inflate the district average, suggesting it is the only school in the district offering this course to 8th graders. Overall, Jourdanton J H is making broad improvements but has clear areas for targeted growth in foundational math and social studies.
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