Serving 348 students in grades 6-8, Fleming 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 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fleming Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Fleming Middle School's student population of 348 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Fleming 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 Fleming Middle School is 0.49, 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
#7118 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
63%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fleming Middle School's ranking?
Fleming Middle School is ranked #7118 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Fleming Middle School often compared to?
Fleming Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Key Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Fleming Middle School?
348 students attend Fleming Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Fleming Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fleming Middle School?
Fleming Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fleming Middle School offer ?
Fleming Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fleming Middle School part of?
Fleming Middle School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Fleming Middle School located?
Fleming Middle School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 60 other public schools located in Northside.
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