Serving 1,434 students in grades 6-8, Goodson Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goodson 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
Goodson Middle School's student population of 1,434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Goodson Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goodson Middle School is 0.72, 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
#706 out of 8079 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
37%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goodson Middle School's ranking?
Goodson Middle School is ranked #706 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Goodson Middle School often compared to?
Goodson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Middle School, Spillane Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Goodson Middle School?
1,434 students attend Goodson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Goodson Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goodson Middle School?
Goodson Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Goodson Middle School offer ?
Goodson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Goodson Middle School part of?
Goodson Middle School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Goodson Middle School located?
Goodson Middle School is located in the Cypress Point Lake Estates neighborhood of Cypress, TX.
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