Serving 799 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 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 799 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (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 799 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
799 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Rankings
Bussey Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bussey Middle School is 0.50, 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
#7727 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
69%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
8%
25%
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
88%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Owlet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bussey Middle School's ranking?
Bussey Middle School is ranked #7727 out of 8,188 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bussey Middle School?
799 students attend Bussey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Bussey Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% 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 13:1, which is lower than 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 Independent 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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