Jay High School is a part of the Northside Independent School District. Serving approximately 102,000 students, the district is the largest school system in south Texas. With a student body of approximately 2,600 and a student-to-teacher ratio of 15-to-1, which is below the national average, Jay serves students in ninth through twelfth grades. This campus teaches English as a Second Language to students who speak a language other than English or Spanish.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum with courses in art, technology, music, science and mathematics. Alongside the standard curriculum, Jay has a robust career and technical education program. Courses in robotics, construction science, culinary arts, fashion and architecture are just a few of the extensive offerings in this program. The school also offers a foreign languages program and an advanced academics program for students exhibiting an aptitude for more rigorous challenges in the areas of science and engineering.
In an effort to promote a mindset of lifelong wellness, Jay uses both SPARK and CATCH curriculum in their physical education program. The physical education program motto is “Active Student, Active Lifestyle.” In addition to the formal course offerings, Jay also has a large number of extracurricular programs. Students can take part in a gifted and talented club, computer science competitions, cosmetology club and speech and debate competitions, just to name a few.
Jay High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
7611 Marbach Rd,
San Antonio, TX
Northside Independent School District (San Antonio)
School Details
Head of School
Mr Jay Sumpter
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1090
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
18%
Reading Proficiency
35%
Average GPA
3.49
Graduation Rate
82%
Niche Grade
B-
C+
B-
C+
C+
B
B
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.49
Reading Proficiency
35%
Math Proficiency
18%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
156
Full Time Teachers
156
Teachers in First or Second Year
49.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1090
Math
540
Verbal
550
Average ACT
24
Math
24
English
23
Reading
24
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
24
AP Pass Rate
23.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
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GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
English
8%
State Average
17%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
329:1
Student Diversity
Male
55.3%
Female
44.7%
Hispanic
85.4%
White
6.6%
Black
5%
Two or more races
1.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
The University of Texas at San Antonio
318 Students
University of Texas - Austin
246 Students
Texas A&M University
226 Students
University of the Incarnate Word
200 Students
Texas State University
169 Students
Northwest Vista College
130 Students
Baylor University
127 Students
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
118 Students
Texas Tech University
107 Students
St. Mary's University
101 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology
65 Students
Business
55 Students
Mechanical Engineering
51 Students
Nursing
43 Students
Psychology
40 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
37 Students
Computer Science
36 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
26 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
25 Students
Education
25 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
8/22/2024
John jay was a very fun and easy to navigate school the teachers were awesome. They help me make sure I was passing in class and if I had trouble with any thing they would help. I was part of the John jay tennis team and jrotc program and , I could say both of these teams were like a family to me they make you feel welcomed and and eager to help us grow.
7/31/2022
I feel like I have received a good education at this school. I feel like the teachers really want you to be successful.
5/10/2022
My school experience was good overall I feel like that have ready me for college and also for my road ahead
GreatSchools Reviews
12/20/2018
I taught at this school for 5 years. It gets a very negative wrap from a few bad eggs. The kids here are great, and because of the magnet school, some of the most intelligent students in San Antonio go there. The theatre program is great, and keeps the school culture thriving!
7/26/2016
Just like most public schools in San Antonio, there is a lot of positive things happening at Jay that get overshadowed by the negatives. As a substitute teacher on campus, I was treated better than I admittedly anticipated. The students were mostly respectful of me as long as I showed respect for th...
3/1/2016
I transferred from Marshall high school where they limited the classes you could take and had a high amount of bias among the school. My time at John Jay was filled with hands on help from my teachers and lots academic achievements from all the opportunities available. The school is in a not so grea...
10/9/2013
John Jay high school to me is one of the best high schools in San Antonio. Most of the teachers will ensure and try their best to see that all their students excel and pass all classes. It is also very competitive . John Jay High School has the best soccer team in San Antonio with great efforts made...
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Attendance Zone
About Westwood
List Price Range
$172K - $911K
Homes For Sale
3
Average Home Value
$183,875
Median Lot Size
7,840 Sq Ft
% Renters
43%
Household Income
$51,668
% of College Grads
9.7%
Median Age
34
Average House Size
1,232 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
56.2%
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