PALESTINE J H
493 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.
493
Total Students
46.5
Full-Time Teachers
10.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
74.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 140 |
| Hispanic | 210 |
| Black | 122 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 17 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic210 (42.6 %)
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White140 (28.4 %)
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Black122 (24.7 %)
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Two or More17 (3.4 %)
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Asian2 (0.4 %)
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American Indian1 (0.2 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2 %)
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: | 493 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 46.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 360 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 5 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
226
Grade 8
267
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 226 |
| Grade 8 | 267 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 231 | 46.9% |
| Male | 262 | 53.1% |
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