YOAKUM J H
273 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Yoakum Junior High, located at 103 McKinnon in Yoakum, Texas, serves as a key educational hub within the Yoakum Independent School District. As a middle-level campus, the school is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary education and high school, focusing on fostering academic growth, social development, and personal responsibility during the formative adolescent years. The school strives to create a supportive environment where students are encouraged to engage with a diverse curriculum while preparing for the academic rigor of secondary education.
Beyond core academics, Yoakum Junior High emphasizes the importance of school community and student involvement. By leveraging resources through the Yoakum ISD network, the campus offers various opportunities for students to participate in extracurricular activities, athletics, and programs that promote character building. For parents, staff, and community members looking for detailed information regarding school policies, calendars, or administrative updates, the district’s official website at http://www.yoakumisd.net serves as the primary resource for staying connected with the school's ongoing initiatives.
Beyond core academics, Yoakum Junior High emphasizes the importance of school community and student involvement. By leveraging resources through the Yoakum ISD network, the campus offers various opportunities for students to participate in extracurricular activities, athletics, and programs that promote character building. For parents, staff, and community members looking for detailed information regarding school policies, calendars, or administrative updates, the district’s official website at http://www.yoakumisd.net serves as the primary resource for staying connected with the school's ongoing initiatives.
273
Total Students
26.7
Full-Time Teachers
10.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
77.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 57 |
| Hispanic | 198 |
| Black | 12 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 4 |
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Hispanic198 (72.5%)
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White57 (20.9%)
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Black12 (4.4%)
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Two or More4 (1.5%)
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Asian2 (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: | YOAKUM ISD |
| Phone: | (361)293-3111 |
| Website: | http://www.yoakumisd.net |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 273 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 26.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 211 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 1 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
84
Grade 7
101
Grade 8
88
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 84 |
| Grade 7 | 101 |
| Grade 8 | 88 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 122 | 44.7% |
| Male | 151 | 55.3% |