Serving 350 students in grades 6-8, Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk ranks in the top 30% 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 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk's student population of 350 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk is 0.27, 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
#2191 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
85%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk's ranking?
Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk is ranked #2191 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk often compared to?
Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Ruskis often viewed alongside schools like Lanier Middle School, Stevenson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk?
350 students attend Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk?
Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk offer ?
Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk part of?
Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk located?
Baylor College Of Medicine Biotech Academy At Rusk is located in the South Central Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in South Central Houston.
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