Serving 298 students in grades 6-12, Cushing School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cushing School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cushing, TX, covering approximately 151 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 7.5 miles and the furthest edge located 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cushing School's student population of 298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1933
School Rankings
Cushing School 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 Cushing School is 0.48, 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
#3556 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
20%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
69%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cushing School's ranking?
Cushing School is ranked #3556 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cushing School often compared to?
Cushing Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Douglass School, Mcmichael Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cushing School?
The graduation rate of Cushing School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Cushing School?
298 students attend Cushing School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Cushing School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cushing School?
Cushing School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cushing School offer ?
Cushing School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Cushing School part of?
Cushing School is part of Cushing Independent School District.
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