Serving 914 students in grades 6-8, Bush Middle 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 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 68% 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: 914 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bush Middle School's student population of 914 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
914 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bush Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bush Middle School is 0.67, 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
#975 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
47%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
32%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bush Middle School's ranking?
Bush Middle School is ranked #975 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bush Middle School often compared to?
Bush Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lopez Middle School, Tejeda Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bush Middle School?
914 students attend Bush Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Bush Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bush Middle School?
Bush Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher 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 North East Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Bush Middle School located?
Bush Middle School is located in the Stone Oak neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 7 other public schools located in Stone Oak.
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