Serving 889 students in grades 6-8, Bussey 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 8% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 889 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bussey Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bussey Middle School's student population of 889 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
889 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bussey Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bussey Middle School is 0.56, 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
#7795 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
8%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
64%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
6%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
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 Bussey Middle School's ranking?
Bussey Middle School is ranked #7795 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bussey Middle School often compared to?
Bussey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lyles Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Bussey Middle School?
889 students attend Bussey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Bussey Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bussey Middle School?
Bussey Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bussey Middle School offer ?
Bussey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bussey Middle School part of?
Bussey Middle School is part of Garland ISD School District.
School Reviews
5 11/24/2017
i used to go to this school its the only middle school i love
5 5/30/2015
Bussey is a amazing school!! It has an amazing athletics program and amazing classes!! Send you kids there its amazing!!
5 5/24/2010
This school is amazing. I miss it so much.
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