Serving 325 students in grades 6-8, Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The Rusk School serves the northeast part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most living about 0.8 miles from its edge and the furthest point being 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk's student population of 325 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
325 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk is 0.22, 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
#3159 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 1999–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
88%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk's ranking?
Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk is ranked #3159 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk often compared to?
Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Ruskis often viewed alongside schools like Stevenson Middle School, Lanier Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk?
325 students attend Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk?
Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk 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 Biotech Academy At Rusk offer ?
Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk part of?
Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk located?
Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk is located in the South Central Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in South Central Houston.
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