Average
#3902 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 46% in state
Billy Baines Middle
Middle School · FORT BEND ISD
9000 SIENNA RANCH RD, Missouri City, TX 77459
Enrollment
1,320
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,320
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,902 of 8,552
In Missouri City
#14 of 24
public schools
In district
#44 of 78
FORT BEND ISD
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Billy Baines Middle
Billy Baines Middle is a public middle school in Missouri City, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. Billy Baines Middle serves approximately 1,320 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Billy Baines Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,902 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Billy Baines Middle show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Billy Baines Middle — Students at Billy Baines Middle score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Billy Baines Middle Compares
See how Billy Baines Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9000 SIENNA RANCH RD, Missouri City, TX 77459
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Billy Baines Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. RONALD THORNTON MIDDLE (rated 7.0/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LAKE OLYMPIA MIDDLE (rated 3.5/10, 3.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Missouri City, see our Missouri City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SUGAR LAND SIENNA Missouri City | 0.1 mi | — |
| SIENNA CROSSING EL Missouri City | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| SCANLAN OAKS EL Missouri City | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| JAN SCHIFF EL Missouri City | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| RIDGE POINT H S Missouri City | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| DIVINE SAVIOR ACADEMY - SIENNA PLANTATION Missouri City | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| HIGHTOWER H S Missouri City | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| LAWRENCE E ELKINS H S Missouri City | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| SONAL S BHUCHAR EL Missouri City | 2.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ALYSSA FERGUSON EL Missouri City | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| PALMER EL Missouri City | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| LAKE OLYMPIA MIDDLE Missouri City | 3.3 mi | 3.5 |
| DONALD LEONETTI EL Missouri City | 3.3 mi | 8.6 |
| RONALD THORNTON MIDDLE Missouri City | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| WALTER MOSES BURTON EL Fresno | 3.5 mi | 4.4 |
| LANTERN LANE EL Missouri City | 4.0 mi | 4.5 |
| ROSA PARKS EL Fresno | 3.8 mi | 4.5 |
| RIVERSTONE MONTESSORI LLC Sugar Land | 3.9 mi | — |
| CASA DEI BAMBINI Missouri City | 4.1 mi | — |
| ANNE MCCORMICK SULLIVAN EL Sugar Land | 4.1 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77459 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,758
Median Home Value
$367,700
Median Rent
$2,031/mo
Population
81,251
College Educated
55.9%
Homeownership
84.1%
Avg Commute
34.4 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Billy Baines Middle
What grades does Billy Baines Middle serve?
Billy Baines Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Billy Baines Middle?
Billy Baines Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Billy Baines Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Billy Baines Middle is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Billy Baines Middle rank in TX?
Billy Baines Middle ranks #3,902 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Billy Baines Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Billy Baines Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Billy Baines Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Billy Baines Middle has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Billy Baines Middle a charter school?
No, Billy Baines Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Billy Baines Middle a Title I school?
No, Billy Baines Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Billy Baines Middle?
36.6% of students at Billy Baines Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,320
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 72
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (281) 634-6870
Resources & Links
District
FORT BEND ISD- District Enrollment
- 80,206
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,520
- District Rank
- #44 of 78
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