Serving 1,387 students in grades 9-12, J M Hanks 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 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,387 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Minority Enrollment: 96%
Graduation Rate
: 86% (Btm 50% in TX)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 47% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 47% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 51% (Top 30%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
J M Hanks High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J M Hanks High School is 0.13, 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.
J M Hanks High School is ranked #3557 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are J M Hanks High School often compared to?
J M Hanks High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of J M Hanks High School?
The graduation rate of J M Hanks High School is 86%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend J M Hanks High School?
1,387 students attend J M Hanks High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of J M Hanks High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J M Hanks High School?
J M Hanks High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does J M Hanks High School offer ?
J M Hanks High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is J M Hanks High School part of?
The Fine Arts Department pushes students toward excellence. The Hanks Band, Mariachi, Art and Choir have had representation at State Competitions for many years. Our Academics and Robotics program are impressive. Not to mention the Athletics programs If you want quality teaching and inspiration for your child, this is the place. My 3 children have all graduated from Hanks.
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,387 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Minority Enrollment: 96%
Graduation Rate
: 86% (Btm 50%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 47% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 47% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 51% (Top 30%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
