Serving 1,230 students in grades 6-8, First Colony Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
First Colony Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
First Colony Middle School's student population of 1,230 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
First Colony Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of First Colony Middle School is 0.74, 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
#1213 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
42%
5%
Hispanic
16%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
19%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 First Colony Middle School's ranking?
First Colony Middle School is ranked #1213 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are First Colony Middle School often compared to?
First Colony Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Settlement Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend First Colony Middle School?
1,230 students attend First Colony Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of First Colony Middle School students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of First Colony Middle School?
First Colony Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does First Colony Middle School offer ?
First Colony Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is First Colony Middle School part of?
First Colony Middle School is part of Fort Bend ISD School District.
School Reviews
5 2/28/2014
This school is a very great school with great education and lost of fun at the same time. Has a awesome band too.
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