SUNDOWN J H

SUNDOWN J H is a Title I public middle school that is part of the SUNDOWN ISD school district, located in SUNDOWN, TX with about 133 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 15 teachers, SUNDOWN J H has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

Sundown Junior High, located at 701 School St. in Sundown, Texas, serves as a central academic hub for students in the local community. As part of the Sundown Independent School District, the school is dedicated to bridging the gap between elementary education and high school, focusing on the developmental and academic needs of students during their middle school years. The campus emphasizes a supportive learning environment, aiming to prepare students for the rigors of high school while fostering personal growth and community involvement.

The school is deeply integrated into the small-town culture of Sundown, benefiting from the close-knit atmosphere typical of rural Texas school districts. By maintaining a focus on core curriculum standards and extracurricular engagement, Sundown Junior High strives to build a strong foundation for its student body. Whether through athletics, academic programs, or local events, the school remains a focal point for families in the area, committed to upholding the standards and traditions of the Sundown community.

For more information, contact SUNDOWN J H at (806) 229-4691 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

701 SCHOOL ST
SUNDOWN, TX 79372
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SUNDOWN J H is a public Title I school in SUNDOWN, TX with about 133 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
SUNDOWN ISD
Total Students:
133
Teachers:
15.14
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 133 students

Hispanic/Latino
64.7%
White
31.6%
Black or African American
3.8%

Female
46.6%
Male
53.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.