Serving 1,050 students in grades 6-8, Sugar Land Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,050 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sugar Land Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sugar Land Middle School's student population of 1,050 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,050 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sugar Land Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sugar Land Middle School is 0.74, 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
#3652 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
5%
Hispanic
38%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
15%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sugar Land Middle School's ranking?
Sugar Land Middle School is ranked #3652 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sugar Land Middle School often compared to?
Sugar Land Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dulles Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sugar Land Middle School?
1,050 students attend Sugar Land Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Sugar Land Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sugar Land Middle School?
Sugar Land Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sugar Land Middle School offer ?
Sugar Land Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sugar Land Middle School part of?
Sugar Land Middle School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
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