Very Good
#2657 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 31% in state
Carthage J H
Middle School · CARTHAGE ISD
1 BULLDOG DR, Carthage, TX 75633
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,657 of 8,552
In Carthage
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
CARTHAGE ISD
Academic performance
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Carthage J H
Middle School in Carthage · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Carthage J H
Carthage J H is a public middle school in Carthage, TX, part of CARTHAGE ISD. Carthage J H serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Carthage J H has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,657 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Carthage J H show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Carthage J H — Students at Carthage J H score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 6.6/10.
How Carthage J H Compares
See how Carthage J H performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1 BULLDOG DR, Carthage, TX 75633
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carthage J H may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ELYSIAN FIELDS MIDDLE (rated 8.3/10, 19.2 miles away, in nearby Elysian Fields), which scores notably higher. Another option is TATUM MIDDLE (rated 7.5/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Tatum), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BAKER-KOONCE INT (rated 6.2/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Carthage, see our Carthage schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIBBY EL Carthage | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| BAKER-KOONCE INT Carthage | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| CARTHAGE PRI Carthage | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| PANOLA EARLY COLLEGE H S Carthage | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Carthage | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| CARTHAGE H S Carthage | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| PANOLA CS Carthage | 2.2 mi | — |
| BECKVILLE SUNSET EL Beckville | 8.2 mi | 6.9 |
| GARY SCHOOL Gary | 9.2 mi | 7.4 |
| BECKVILLE JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Beckville | 8.8 mi | 8.9 |
| TATUM MIDDLE Tatum | 14.8 mi | 7.5 |
| TATUM H S Tatum | 14.9 mi | 9.0 |
| TENAHA SCHOOLS Tenaha | 15.9 mi | 6.5 |
| TATUM PRI Tatum | 15.7 mi | 7.2 |
| TATUM EL Tatum | 15.9 mi | 7.9 |
| TIMPSON SCHOOL Timpson | 17.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ELYSIAN FIELDS EL Elysian Fields | 17.9 mi | 7.4 |
| ELYSIAN FIELDS H S Elysian Fields | 19.2 mi | 7.5 |
| ELYSIAN FIELDS MIDDLE Elysian Fields | 19.2 mi | 8.3 |
| TEXAS EARLY COLLEGE H S Marshall | 24.2 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75633 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,960
Median Home Value
$150,400
Median Rent
$774/mo
Population
12,999
College Educated
19.8%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
40.6
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|---|---|
| ALAMO MIDDLE Ennis, TX | 7.3 |
| ARLINGTON CLASSICS ACADEMY - MIDDLE Arlington, TX | 7.3 |
| BROWNWOOD MIDDLE Brownwood, TX | 7.3 |
| KEENE J H Keene, TX | 7.3 |
| LLANO J H Llano, TX | 7.3 |
| PONDER J H Ponder, TX | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carthage J H
What grades does Carthage J H serve?
Carthage J H serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Carthage J H?
Carthage J H has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carthage J H?
The student-teacher ratio at Carthage J H is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carthage J H rank in TX?
Carthage J H ranks #2,657 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Carthage J H's MySchoolScout rating?
Carthage J H has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Carthage J H?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carthage J H has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Carthage J H a charter school?
No, Carthage J H is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carthage J H a Title I school?
No, Carthage J H is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carthage J H?
54.3% of students at Carthage 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 374
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Panola County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.3%
- Phone
- (903) 693-2751
Resources & Links
District
CARTHAGE ISD- District Enrollment
- 2,598
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,912
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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