Serving 653 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James L Masters ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
James L Masters's student population of 653 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
James L Masters ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James L Masters is 0.61, which is less 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
#6069 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
54%
53%
Black
30%
13%
White
8%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 James L Masters's ranking?
James L Masters is ranked #6069 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are James L Masters often compared to?
James L Mastersis often viewed alongside schools like Copperfield Elementary School, Converse Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend James L Masters?
653 students attend James L Masters.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of James L Masters students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James L Masters?
James L Masters has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does James L Masters offer ?
James L Masters offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is James L Masters part of?
James L Masters is part of Judson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is James L Masters located?
James L Masters is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of Converse, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
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