Serving 810 students in grades 6-12, Robert G Cole Middle/high School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 810 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert G Cole Middle/High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in JBSA Ft Sam Houston, TX, encompassing approximately 5.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 2.2 miles and the furthest edge located 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert G Cole Middle/high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Robert G Cole Middle/high School's student population of 810 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
810 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert G Cole Middle/high School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert G Cole Middle/high School is 0.73, 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
#1243 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert G Cole Middle/high School's ranking?
Robert G Cole Middle/high School is ranked #1243 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robert G Cole Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Robert G Cole Middle/high School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Robert G Cole Middle/high School?
810 students attend Robert G Cole Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Robert G Cole Middle/high School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert G Cole Middle/high School?
Robert G Cole Middle/high School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert G Cole Middle/high School offer ?
Robert G Cole Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Robert G Cole Middle/high School part of?
Robert G Cole Middle/high School is part of FT Sam Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert G Cole Middle/high School located?
Robert G Cole Middle/high School is located in the Fort Sam Houston neighborhood of Jbsa Ft Sam Houston, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Fort Sam Houston.
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