Serving 713 students in grades 6-8, Fondren Middle 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 14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fondren Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Fondren Middle School's student population of 713 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
713 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fondren Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fondren Middle School is 0.39, 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
#7587 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
75%
54%
Black
22%
13%
White
2%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fondren Middle School's ranking?
Fondren Middle School is ranked #7587 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Fondren Middle School often compared to?
Fondren Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meyerland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Fondren Middle School?
713 students attend Fondren Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Fondren Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fondren Middle School?
Fondren Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fondren Middle School offer ?
Fondren Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fondren Middle School part of?
Fondren Middle School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Fondren Middle School located?
Fondren Middle School is located in the Brays Oaks neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Brays Oaks.
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