Serving 1,246 students in grades 6-8, Billy Baines Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Billy Baines Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Billy Baines Middle School's student population of 1,246 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Billy Baines Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Billy Baines Middle School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1726 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
5%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
23%
13%
White
22%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Billy Baines Middle School's ranking?
Billy Baines Middle School is ranked #1726 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Billy Baines Middle School often compared to?
Billy Baines Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quail Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Billy Baines Middle School?
1,246 students attend Billy Baines Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Billy Baines Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Billy Baines Middle School?
Billy Baines Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Billy Baines Middle School offer ?
Billy Baines Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Billy Baines Middle School part of?
Billy Baines Middle School is part of Fort Bend ISD School District.
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