Redwater High School is a public high school located in Redwater, Texas. It is the sole high school in the Redwater Independent School District and is classified as a 3A school by the University Interscholastic League.
Serving 169 students in grades 7-8, Redwater J High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Redwater J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Redwater J High School's student population of 169 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Redwater J High School 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 Redwater J High School is 0.21, 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
#931 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
89%
25%
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
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redwater J High School's ranking?
Redwater J High School is ranked #931 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Redwater J High School?
169 students attend Redwater J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Redwater J High School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Redwater J High School?
Redwater J High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Redwater J High School offer ?
Redwater J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Redwater J High School part of?
Redwater J High School is part of Redwater Independent School District.
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