Serving 2,523 students in grades 9-12, George Bush High 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Bush High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
George Bush High School's student population of 2,523 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George Bush High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Bush High School is 0.66, 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
#3054 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
42%
53%
Black
38%
13%
White
4%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #3054 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Bush High School?
The graduation rate of George Bush High School is 89%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend George Bush High School?
2,523 students attend George Bush High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of George Bush High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Bush High School?
George Bush High School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 ISD School District.
School Reviews
1 9/17/2020
The teachers are nice, but they don't let seniors go off campus for lunch, the admin team is below average
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