Serving 675 students in grades 6-8, Bush Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bush Middle serves the southwest part of Irving, TX, covering an area of approximately 23.8 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 3.3 miles, reaching up to 5.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bush Middle School's student population of 675 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
675 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
School Rankings
Bush Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bush Middle School is 0.71, 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
#5143 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Asian
18%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
41%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bush Middle School's ranking?
Bush Middle School is ranked #5143 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bush Middle School often compared to?
Bush Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coppell Middle East by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bush Middle School?
675 students attend Bush Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Bush Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bush Middle School?
Bush Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bush Middle School offer ?
Bush Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bush Middle School part of?
Bush Middle School is part of Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Bush Middle School located?
Bush Middle School is located in the Valley Ranch neighborhood of Irving, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Valley Ranch.
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