Summary:
Ennis J H is a public middle school serving grades 7-8 in the Ennis Independent School District in Ennis, Texas, with an enrollment of 886 students. The school has a predominantly Hispanic student population, with 54.85% Hispanic, 27.88% White, and 13.54% African American students. Ennis J H has been rated 2-3 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger, indicating average to below-average performance compared to other Texas middle schools.
Ennis J H faces several challenges, including lower-than-average test scores across all subjects and grade levels, with proficiency rates well below the state averages. The school's performance also varies significantly across different student subgroups, with its Gifted and Talented students performing relatively well, ranking in the top 25% of Texas middle schools, while its African American, English Language Learner, and At-Risk students struggle, ranking in the bottom 25-50% of schools. Interestingly, Ennis J H's dropout rates are relatively low, ranging from 0.0% to 0.4% over the past several years, which is better than the state average.
Compared to nearby schools, such as Palmer Middle and Rice Intermediate/Middle School, Ennis J H's performance is generally lower, with higher test scores, better subgroup performance, and higher overall rankings. The significant performance gaps between Ennis J H's racial subgroups, particularly the lower performance of African American and Hispanic students compared to their White peers, suggest the need for targeted interventions and support to address these disparities. Additionally, with a high percentage of students (69.41%) eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, the school's performance, particularly among its low-income students, indicates the need for additional resources and support to address the challenges faced by this population.
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Detail:
Public 7-8
District:
Ennis Independent School District (Isd)
SchoolDigger Rank:
1494th of 2,361 Texas Middle Schools
Per Pupil Expenditures: $9,215
Students who attend Ennis J H usually attend:
Feeder schools for Ennis J H:
Student/teacher ratio: 14.7
Number of students: 891
Racial breakdown:
Hispanic:
56.5%
White:
25.7%
African American:
13.4%
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Two or more races:
3.3%
Pacific Islander:
0.6%
Asian:
0.4%
American Indian:
0.2%
Free/discounted lunch recipients: 71.5%
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