Serving 2,428 students in grades 9-12, George Bush High 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: George Bush High School serves the northwest part of Richmond, TX, covering an area of approximately 10.1 square miles. Most students live within a 1.8-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Bush High School's student population of 2,428 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 139 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,428 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
139 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
George Bush High 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 George Bush High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#6088 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
87%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Orange
School Mascot
Bronco
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Bush High School's ranking?
George Bush High School is ranked #6088 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are George Bush High School often compared to?
George Bush High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clements High School, William B Travis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Bush High School?
The graduation rate of George Bush High School is 87%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend George Bush High School?
2,428 students attend George Bush High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of George Bush High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Bush High School?
George Bush High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Bush High School offer ?
George Bush High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is George Bush High School part of?
George Bush High School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
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