Serving 319 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 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 14:1 is equal to 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 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fleming Middle serves the northeast part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fleming Middle School's student population of 319 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
319 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Motto
Be Committed...Viking Strong!
School Rankings
Fleming 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 Fleming Middle School is 0.51, 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
#7337 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
35%
54%
Black
61%
13%
White
3%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fleming Middle School's ranking?
Fleming Middle School is ranked #7337 out of 8,096 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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?
319 students attend Fleming Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Fleming Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fleming Middle School?
Fleming Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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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