Needs Improvement
#8004 of 8,552 schools in TX
Cameron Co J J a E P
High School · SAN BENITO CISD
240 N CROCKETT ST, San Benito, TX 78586
Enrollment
51
Score
3.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
51
Score
3.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,004 of 8,552
In San Benito
#21 of 23
public schools
In district
#17 of 19
SAN BENITO CISD
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Cameron Co J J a E P
Cameron Co J J a E P is a public high school in San Benito, TX, part of SAN BENITO CISD. Cameron Co J J a E P serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades 7th-12th. Cameron Co J J a E P has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,004 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Cameron Co J J a E P show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.5
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, Cameron Co J J a E P is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Cameron Co J J a E P 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.
Score Breakdown
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Cameron Co J J a E P — Students at Cameron Co J J a E P score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 8.1/10.
How Cameron Co J J a E P Compares
See how Cameron Co J J a E P performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
240 N CROCKETT ST, San Benito, TX 78586
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cameron Co J J a E P may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HARLINGEN COLLEGIATE H S (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Harlingen), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY SAN BENITO (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-SAN BENITO (rated 6.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Benito, see our San Benito schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CAMERON CO J J A E P San Benito | 0.0 mi | — |
| CAMERON CO J J A E P Harlingen | 0.0 mi | — |
| CAMERON CO J J A E P Los Fresnos | 0.0 mi | 2.0 |
| CAMERON CO J J A E P Port Isabel | 0.0 mi | — |
| CAMERON CO J J A E P Rio Hondo | 0.0 mi | — |
| HESTER JUVENILE DETENT San Benito | 0.0 mi | 6.9 |
| AMADOR R RODRIGUEZ JUVENILE BOOT CAMP San Benito | 0.0 mi | — |
| IDEA ACADEMY SAN BENITO San Benito | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY SAN BENITO San Benito | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| HARLINGEN COLLEGIATE H S Harlingen | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD RISING SCHOLARS ACADEMY San Benito | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-SAN BENITO San Benito | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| HORIZON MONTESSORI III - STEM ACADEMY Harlingen | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| BERTA CABAZA MIDDLE San Benito | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| TREASURE HILLS EL Harlingen | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| SAN BENITO H S San Benito | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| SECONDARY ALTER CTR Harlingen | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| SAN BENITO VETERANS MEMORIAL ACADEMY San Benito | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| FRED BOOTH San Benito | 2.2 mi | 3.5 |
| ROBERTS EL San Benito | 2.2 mi | 2.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78586 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,158
Median Home Value
$83,200
Median Rent
$839/mo
Population
49,103
College Educated
12.4%
Homeownership
76.7%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
26.8%
Median Age
31.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cameron Co J J a E P
What grades does Cameron Co J J a E P serve?
Cameron Co J J a E P serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Cameron Co J J a E P?
Cameron Co J J a E P has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
How does Cameron Co J J a E P rank in TX?
Cameron Co J J a E P ranks #8,004 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Cameron Co J J a E P's MySchoolScout rating?
Cameron Co J J a E P has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Cameron Co J J a E P?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cameron Co J J a E P has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Cameron Co J J a E P a charter school?
No, Cameron Co J J a E P is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cameron Co J J a E P a Title I school?
No, Cameron Co J J a E P is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cameron Co J J a E P?
92.2% of students at Cameron Co J J a E P 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cameron County
- Phone
- (956) 361-3509
Resources & Links
District
SAN BENITO CISD- District Enrollment
- 9,126
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,444
- District Rank
- #17 of 19
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