Very Good
#2436 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 29% in state
Banquete J H
Middle School · BANQUETE ISD
P O BOX 369, Banquete, TX 78339
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Banquete
#1 of 3
public schools
Texas middle schools
#486 of 1,693
In district
#1 of 3
BANQUETE ISD
School environment
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Banquete J H
BANQUETE J H serves 174 middle school students in grades 6 through 8 in the small rural community of Banquete, Texas. With 16 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 10.9:1, allowing for more individualized attention and support for each student. The school has earned impressive recognition, ranking #196 out of 8,598 schools statewide and placing in the 98th percentile among Texas schools.
This outstanding performance has earned BANQUETE J H a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10, reflecting the school's commitment to academic excellence despite serving a community with significant economic challenges. The school operates as a regular public middle school in Nueces County, providing essential educational services to students during these crucial formative years. The intimate school environment, with fewer than 200 students total, creates opportunities for close relationships between students, teachers, and staff.
BANQUETE J H is situated in a tight-knit rural community where the median home value is $69,400 and 23% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The school serves as an important educational anchor in this small Texas town, where the entire ZIP code population numbers just 316 residents.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 174 students, Banquete J H is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Banquete J H may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Banquete J H — Students at Banquete J H score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.1/10.
How Banquete J H Compares
See how Banquete J H performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 69% (2019) to 38% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 42% (2019) to 45% (2021).
Location
P O BOX 369, Banquete, TX 78339
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Banquete J H may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CALALLEN MIDDLE (rated 6.5/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Corpus Christi), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SEALE J H (rated 6.1/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Robstown), a more accessible option. For more schools in Banquete, see our Banquete schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BANQUETE EL Banquete | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| BANQUETE H S Banquete | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| SAN PEDRO FINE ARTS ACADEMY Robstown | 7.0 mi | 5.4 |
| LOTSPEICH LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Robstown | 7.3 mi | 2.5 |
| AGUA DULCE EL Agua Dulce | 7.3 mi | 3.3 |
| AGUA DULCE H S Agua Dulce | 7.3 mi | 6.2 |
| ROBSTOWN EARLY COLLEGE H S Robstown | 7.3 mi | 5.5 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Robstown | 7.5 mi | 5.2 |
| ROBERT DRISCOLL JR STEM ACADEMY Robstown | 7.7 mi | 4.1 |
| SEALE J H Robstown | 8.1 mi | 6.1 |
| DRISCOLL EL & MIDDLE Driscoll | 9.6 mi | 7.4 |
| CALALLEN WOOD RIVER EL Corpus Christi | 9.1 mi | 8.2 |
| CALALLEN WEST INT Corpus Christi | 10.1 mi | 5.8 |
| CALALLEN H S Corpus Christi | 10.4 mi | 6.8 |
| WILMA MAGEE INT Corpus Christi | 10.9 mi | 6.7 |
| CALALLEN MIDDLE Corpus Christi | 11.2 mi | 6.5 |
| CALALLEN EAST EL Corpus Christi | 11.9 mi | 3.6 |
| ORANGE GROVE PRI Orange Grove | 13.4 mi | 5.0 |
| ORANGE GROVE H S Orange Grove | 13.3 mi | 6.3 |
| PETRONILA EL Robstown | 13.4 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78339 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,636
Median Home Value
$70,800
Population
362
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
50%
Poverty Rate
32.9%
Median Age
49.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Banquete J H has a median household income of $108,636. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $70,800. The area has a poverty rate of 32.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOYD MIDDLE Boyd, TX | 7.2 |
| BREMOND MIDDLE Bremond, TX | 7.2 |
| ORE CITY MIDDLE Ore City, TX | 7.2 |
| VALLEY MILLS J H Valley Mills, TX | 7.2 |
| CARR MIDDLE Hale Center, TX | 7.3 |
| CUMBY COLLEGIATE MIDDLE Cumby, TX | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Banquete J H
What grades does Banquete J H serve?
Banquete J H serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Banquete J H?
Banquete J H has an enrollment of approximately 174 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Banquete J H?
The student-teacher ratio at Banquete J H is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Banquete J H rank in TX?
Banquete J H is ranked #2436 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Banquete J H's MySchoolScout rating?
Banquete J H has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Banquete J H?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Banquete J H has 53.5% math proficiency and 43.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Banquete J H a charter school?
No, Banquete J H is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Banquete J H a Title I school?
No, Banquete J H is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Banquete J H?
69.0% of students at Banquete J H 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 174
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Nueces County
- Phone
- (361) 387-6504
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
BANQUETE ISD- District Enrollment
- 821
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,498
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
Other Schools in This District
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