PALESTINE J H
456 Students
Middle School 7th - 8th
School Overview
Palestine Junior High School is a public middle school located in Palestine, Texas, serving as a key component of the Palestine Independent School District. Situated on Ben Milam Drive, the school provides educational programming for students in the intermediate grades, typically focusing on transitioning them from elementary instruction to the more rigorous academic requirements of high school. The campus is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both core academic subjects and the social-emotional development necessary for early adolescent growth.
As part of the broader Palestine Independent School District, the school aligns its curriculum with state standards while striving to offer extracurricular opportunities that engage the student body. The school’s digital presence through the district’s website serves as a primary hub for parents and guardians to access essential information, including school calendars, academic resources, and district-wide policies. By maintaining a focus on student achievement and community involvement, Palestine Junior High aims to prepare its students for successful transition into the district’s high school programs.
As part of the broader Palestine Independent School District, the school aligns its curriculum with state standards while striving to offer extracurricular opportunities that engage the student body. The school’s digital presence through the district’s website serves as a primary hub for parents and guardians to access essential information, including school calendars, academic resources, and district-wide policies. By maintaining a focus on student achievement and community involvement, Palestine Junior High aims to prepare its students for successful transition into the district’s high school programs.
456
Total Students
35.5
Full-Time Teachers
12.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
80.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 128 |
| Hispanic | 199 |
| Black | 106 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More | 15 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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Hispanic199 (43.6%)
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White128 (28.1%)
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Black106 (23.2%)
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Two or More15 (3.3%)
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Asian5 (1.1%)
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American Indian3 (0.7%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | N/A |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | PALESTINE ISD |
| Phone: | (903)731-8008 |
| Website: | http://www.palestineschools.org |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 456 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 35.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 360 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 5 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
225
Grade 8
231
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 225 |
| Grade 8 | 231 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 201 | 44.1% |
| Male | 255 | 55.9% |
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