Serving 777 students in grades 6-12, Robert G Cole Middle/high 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 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 777 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert G Cole Middle/high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Robert G Cole Middle/high School's student population of 777 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
777 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert G Cole Middle/high 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 Robert G Cole Middle/high School is 0.73, 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
#2190 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
36%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Robert G Cole Middle/high School's ranking?
Robert G Cole Middle/high School is ranked #2190 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robert G Cole Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Robert G Cole Middle/high School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Robert G Cole Middle/high School?
777 students attend Robert G Cole Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Robert G Cole Middle/high School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert G Cole Middle/high School?
Robert G Cole Middle/high School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert G Cole Middle/high School offer ?
Robert G Cole Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Robert G Cole Middle/high School part of?
Robert G Cole Middle/high School is part of FT Sam Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert G Cole Middle/high School located?
Robert G Cole Middle/high School is located in the Fort Sam Houston neighborhood of Jbsa Ft Sam Houston, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Fort Sam Houston.
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