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A C Jones H S

High School · BEEVILLE ISD

1902 N ADAMS, Beeville, TX 78102

Enrollment

1,021

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,365 of 8,552

In Beeville

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

BEEVILLE ISD

Academic growth

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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A C Jones H S

5.0/10

High School in Beeville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About A C Jones H S

A C Jones H S is a public high school in Beeville, TX, part of BEEVILLE ISD. A C Jones H S serves approximately 1,021 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. A C Jones H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #6,365 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for A C Jones H S show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts below TX schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at A C Jones H S sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

41% of students at A C Jones H S were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-18.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.3 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-7.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
College Readiness4.8Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate85%
AP Participation12.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,943
Chronic Absenteeism40.7%

A C Jones H S — Students at A C Jones H S score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 45.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 51.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
64%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
25%
ELA
41%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.

How A C Jones H S Compares

See how A C Jones H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in TX
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
18
9 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
12.7% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
9 boys'·9 girls'·40 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1902 N ADAMS, Beeville, TX 78102

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering A C Jones H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PETTUS SECONDARY (rated 8.1/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Pettus), which scores notably higher. Another option is MATHIS H S (rated 8.1/10, 23.4 miles away, in nearby Mathis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SKIDMORE-TYNAN H S (rated 7.6/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Skidmore), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beeville, see our Beeville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.2 mi
School Distance Rating
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Beeville 0.9 mi 6.5
ST MARY'S ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Beeville 1.0 mi 5.5
R A HALL EL Beeville 1.0 mi 5.5
ST PHILIPS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Beeville 1.2 mi 7.4
MORENO J H Beeville 1.5 mi 4.9
FADDEN-MCKEOWN-CHAMBLISS EL Beeville 2.5 mi 4.1
HAMPTON-MORENO-DUGAT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Beeville 2.6 mi 4.8
SKIDMORE-TYNAN EL Skidmore 11.9 mi 4.8
SKIDMORE-TYNAN H S Skidmore 12.0 mi 7.6
SKIDMORE-TYNAN J H Skidmore 12.1 mi 7.5
PETTUS EL Pettus 14.4 mi 5.2
PETTUS SECONDARY Pettus 14.5 mi 8.1
MATHIS INT Mathis 23.1 mi 8.4
MATHIS EL Mathis 23.2 mi 7.8
MATHIS H S Mathis 23.4 mi 8.1
PAWNEE EL / J H/HS Pawnee 22.1 mi 5.2
MATHIS MIDDLE Mathis 23.6 mi 6.6
GEORGE WEST PRI George West 22.8 mi 8.1
GEORGE WEST J H George West 23.1 mi 8.8
GEORGE WEST EL George West 23.2 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,591

Median Home Value

$106,600

Median Rent

$1,049/mo

Population

27,000

College Educated

10.6%

Homeownership

71.3%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

35.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about A C Jones H S

What grades does A C Jones H S serve?

A C Jones H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend A C Jones H S?

A C Jones H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,021 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at A C Jones H S?

The student-teacher ratio at A C Jones H S is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does A C Jones H S rank in TX?

A C Jones H S ranks #6,365 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is A C Jones H S's MySchoolScout rating?

A C Jones H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at A C Jones H S?

Based on loaded state assessment records, A C Jones H S has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is A C Jones H S a charter school?

No, A C Jones H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is A C Jones H S a Title I school?

No, A C Jones H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A C Jones H S?

80.1% of students at A C Jones H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,021
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Bee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.7%
4-Year Graduation
85.0%

District

BEEVILLE ISD
District Enrollment
3,101
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,943
District Rank
#2 of 5

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