Serving 1,378 students in grades 6-8, Cook Middle School 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 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,378 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cook Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cook Middle School's student population of 1,378 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cook Middle School 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 Cook Middle School is 0.62, 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
#2453 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
58%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
16%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cook Middle School's ranking?
Cook Middle School is ranked #2453 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cook Middle School often compared to?
Cook Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Campbell Middle School, Dean Middle School, Harmony School Of Excellence-houston 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 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cook Middle School?
1,378 students attend Cook Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Cook Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cook Middle School?
Cook Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cook Middle School offer ?
Cook Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cook Middle School part of?
Cook Middle School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
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