Serving 1,019 students in grades 5-6, Bear Branch Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher 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 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 1,019 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bear Branch Intermediate School's student population of 1,019 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
1,019 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Bear Branch Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bear Branch Intermediate School is 0.57, 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
#2268 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
55%
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
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Bear Branch Intermediate School's ranking?
Bear Branch Intermediate School is ranked #2268 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bear Branch Intermediate School often compared to?
Bear Branch Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peet J High School, Bear Branch J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% 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 Bear Branch Intermediate School?
1,019 students attend Bear Branch Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Bear Branch Intermediate School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bear Branch Intermediate School?
Bear Branch Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bear Branch Intermediate School offer ?
Bear Branch Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Bear Branch Intermediate School part of?
Bear Branch Intermediate School is part of Magnolia Independent School District.
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