Serving 1,423 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 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Goodson Middle School's student population of 1,423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
School Rankings
Goodson Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goodson Middle School is 0.74, 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
#672 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
30%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
36%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Goodson Middle School's ranking?
Goodson Middle School is ranked #672 out of 8,188 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 Smith Middle School, Salyards Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
1,423 students attend Goodson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Goodson Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 16% 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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