Greenwood High School is a public, co-educational 9-12 secondary school in the Greenwood area, in unincorporated Midland County, Texas, with a Midland postal address. It is a part of the Greenwood Independent School District.
Serving 843 students in grades 6-8, James R Brooks Middle School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 843 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: James R Brooks Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Midland, TX school district, covering approximately 133.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.5 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 14.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
James R Brooks Middle School's student population of 843 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
843 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
James R Brooks Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James R Brooks 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
#3613 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
54%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
45%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James R Brooks Middle School's ranking?
James R Brooks Middle School is ranked #3613 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are James R Brooks Middle School often compared to?
James R Brooks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend James R Brooks Middle School?
843 students attend James R Brooks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of James R Brooks Middle School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James R Brooks Middle School?
James R Brooks Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does James R Brooks Middle School offer ?
James R Brooks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is James R Brooks Middle School part of?
James R Brooks Middle School is part of Greenwood Independent School District.
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