Serving 963 students in grades 6-8, Spring Forest Middle 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 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower 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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 963 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Forest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Spring Forest Middle School's student population of 963 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
963 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Rankings
Spring Forest Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Forest Middle School is 0.68, 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
#3588 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
42%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
35%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Forest Middle School's ranking?
Spring Forest Middle School is ranked #3588 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Spring Forest Middle School often compared to?
Spring Forest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Spring Forest Middle School?
963 students attend Spring Forest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Spring Forest Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Forest Middle School?
Spring Forest Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spring Forest Middle School offer ?
Spring Forest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Spring Forest Middle School part of?
Spring Forest Middle School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Spring Forest Middle School located?
Spring Forest Middle School is located in the Memorial neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Memorial.
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