Serving 695 students in grades 6-8, Bush Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bush Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bush Middle School's student population of 695 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
695 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Mission of CFBISD, a diverse community of global learners, is to empower scholars to acquire life-long knowledge, skills, and values that prepare them to compete in the world marketplace while contributing to their community.
School Rankings
Bush Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bush Middle School is 0.71, 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
#5143 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
6%
Hispanic
26%
53%
Black
43%
13%
White
8%
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
52%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Bush Middle School's ranking?
Bush Middle School is ranked #5143 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bush Middle School often compared to?
Bush Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coppell Middle East by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bush Middle School?
695 students attend Bush Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bush Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bush Middle School?
Bush Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bush Middle School offer ?
Bush Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bush Middle School part of?
Bush Middle School is part of Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Bush Middle School located?
Bush Middle School is located in the Valley Ranch neighborhood of Irving, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Valley Ranch.
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