Baylor College of Medicine Academy at Ryan is a magnet middle school in Houston Independent School District, located in the Third Ward, Houston, Texas. It is located in the former Ryan Middle School. It is in association with the Baylor College of Medicine.
Serving 313 students in grades 6-8, Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan's student population of 313 students has declined by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Rankings
Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan is 0.54, which is less 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
#1919 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
32%
53%
Black
60%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan's ranking?
Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan is ranked #1919 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan often compared to?
Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryanis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton Middle School, Hamilton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan?
313 students attend Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan?
Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan offer ?
Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan part of?
Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan located?
Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan is located in the South Side neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 26 other public schools located in South Side.
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