Serving 824 students in grades 7-8, Berry Miller J High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 824 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berry Miller J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Berry Miller J High School's student population of 824 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
824 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Berry Miller J High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berry Miller J High School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#272 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)73%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
6%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
23%
13%
White
30%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berry Miller J High School's ranking?
Berry Miller J High School is ranked #272 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Berry Miller J High School?
824 students attend Berry Miller J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Berry Miller J High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berry Miller J High School?
Berry Miller J High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berry Miller J High School offer ?
Berry Miller J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Berry Miller J High School part of?
Berry Miller J High School is part of Pearland Independent School District.
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