Serving 993 students in grades 6-8, Eugene 'gene' Kranz J High School ranks in the top 30% 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 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 993 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eugene 'gene' Kranz J High School's student population of 993 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
993 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Rankings
Eugene 'gene' Kranz J High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eugene 'gene' Kranz J High School is 0.58, 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
#2301 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
57%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
30%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eugene 'gene' Kranz J High School's ranking?
Eugene 'gene' Kranz J High School is ranked #2301 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Eugene 'gene' Kranz J High School?
993 students attend Eugene 'gene' Kranz J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Eugene 'gene' Kranz J High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eugene 'gene' Kranz J High School?
Eugene 'gene' Kranz J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eugene 'gene' Kranz J High School offer ?
Eugene 'gene' Kranz J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Eugene 'gene' Kranz J High School part of?
Eugene 'gene' Kranz J High School is part of Dickinson Independent School District.
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