Serving 2,605 students in grades 9-12, George Bush High 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,605 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Bush High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
George Bush High School's student population of 2,605 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George Bush High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Bush High School is 0.66, 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
#5769 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
41%
53%
Black
39%
13%
White
4%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Bush High School's ranking?
George Bush High School is ranked #5769 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are George Bush High School often compared to?
George Bush High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clements High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Bush High School?
The graduation rate of George Bush High School is 87%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend George Bush High School?
2,605 students attend George Bush High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of George Bush High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Bush High School?
George Bush High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Bush High School offer ?
George Bush High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is George Bush High School part of?
George Bush High School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
School Reviews
1 9/17/2020
The teachers are nice, but they don't let seniors go off campus for lunch, the admin team is below average
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