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Very Good

#1934 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 23% in state

Henderson J H

Middle School · STEPHENVILLE ISD

2655 W OVERHILL DR, Stephenville, TX 76401

Enrollment

553

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

7.8

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#1,934 of 8,552

In Stephenville

#4 of 11

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

STEPHENVILLE ISD

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Henderson J H

7.8/10

Middle School in Stephenville · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.9/10

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About Henderson J H

Henderson J H is a public middle school in Stephenville, TX, part of STEPHENVILLE ISD. Henderson J H serves approximately 553 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Henderson J H has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,934 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Henderson J H show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+9.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.7 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,723
Chronic Absenteeism15.2%

Henderson J H — Students at Henderson J H score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 72.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 71.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 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
89%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
83%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
84%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
60%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
60%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
49.6%
ELA
59.5%
2024
Math
53%
ELA
60%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Henderson J H Compares

See how Henderson J H performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
77th percentile in TX
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.2%

Programs & Offerings

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

2655 W OVERHILL DR, Stephenville, TX 76401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Henderson J H may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DUBLIN INT (rated 9.2/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Dublin), which scores notably higher. Another option is PERKINS MIDDLE (rated 9.2/10, 18.7 miles away, in nearby De Leon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GILBERT INT (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Stephenville, see our Stephenville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.7 mi
School Distance Rating
GILBERT INT Stephenville 0.5 mi 7.9
STEPHENVILLE H S Stephenville 0.6 mi 7.2
CHAMBERLIN EL Stephenville 1.2 mi 6.8
HUSTON ACADEMY Stephenville 1.4 mi 6.8
HOOK EL Stephenville 1.7 mi 8.4
CENTRAL EL Stephenville 1.9 mi 6.1
STEPHENVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Stephenville 2.1 mi 6.2
LINGLEVILLE SCHOOL Lingleville 8.4 mi 7.9
DUBLIN H S Dublin 9.7 mi 9.3
HUCKABAY SCHOOL Stephenville 10.0 mi 8.1
DUBLIN EL Dublin 9.7 mi 8.2
DUBLIN INT Dublin 9.8 mi 9.2
MORGAN MILL EL Stephenville 13.2 mi 5.6
THREE WAY H S Stephenville 13.1 mi 3.1
SILVER SADDLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bluff Dale 14.6 mi
BLUFF DALE Bluff Dale 15.8 mi 7.3
HICO H S Hico 19.5 mi 7.0
HICO EL Hico 19.6 mi 5.7
DE LEON H S De Leon 18.6 mi 9.4
PERKINS MIDDLE De Leon 18.7 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,864

Median Home Value

$252,000

Median Rent

$1,136/mo

Population

30,873

College Educated

35%

Homeownership

56.9%

Avg Commute

18.5 min

Poverty Rate

15.9%

Median Age

30.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Henderson J H

What grades does Henderson J H serve?

Henderson J H serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Henderson J H?

Henderson J H has an enrollment of approximately 553 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Henderson J H?

The student-teacher ratio at Henderson J H is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Henderson J H rank in TX?

Henderson J H ranks #1,934 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Henderson J H's MySchoolScout rating?

Henderson J H has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Henderson J H?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Henderson J H has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Henderson J H a charter school?

No, Henderson J H is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Henderson J H a Title I school?

No, Henderson J H is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Henderson J H?

47.7% of students at Henderson 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

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Erath County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.2%

District

STEPHENVILLE ISD
District Enrollment
3,678
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,723
District Rank
#3 of 6

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