Serving 1,360 students in grades 6-8, Goodson Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Goodson Middle serves the northwest part of Cypress, TX, covering an area of approximately 11.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goodson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Goodson Middle School's student population of 1,360 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,360 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Goodson Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goodson Middle School is 0.75, 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
#645 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goodson Middle School's ranking?
Goodson Middle School is ranked #645 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Goodson Middle School often compared to?
Goodson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salyards Middle School, Smith Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Goodson Middle School?
1,360 students attend Goodson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Goodson Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goodson Middle School?
Goodson Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Goodson Middle School offer ?
Goodson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Goodson Middle School part of?
Goodson Middle School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Goodson Middle School located?
Goodson Middle School is located in the Cypress Point Lake Estates neighborhood of Cypress, TX.
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