PALACIOS J H

PALACIOS J H is a Title I public middle school that is part of the PALACIOS ISD school district, located in PALACIOS, TX with about 198 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, PALACIOS J H has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Palacios Junior High, located at 200 Shark Drive in Palacios, Texas, serves as a key educational institution within the Palacios Independent School District. Situated in a coastal community, the school is dedicated to fostering the academic and personal growth of middle-grade students by providing a curriculum designed to prepare them for the challenges of high school and beyond. The school reflects the district’s broader commitment to student success, emphasizing a supportive environment that encourages both intellectual development and extracurricular involvement.

As part of the Palacios ISD, the junior high benefits from the resources and organizational oversight of the local district, which places a strong focus on community engagement and student achievement. The school acts as a vital hub for the local area, striving to maintain high educational standards while nurturing a sense of school pride—often exemplified by the “Shark” mascot. For families and community members, the school’s website provides a centralized resource for academic calendars, district policies, and ongoing updates regarding campus activities.

For more information, contact PALACIOS J H at (361) 972-2417 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.