Needs Improvement
#8109 of 8,552 schools in TX
Bonham Middle
Middle School · ECTOR COUNTY ISD
P O BOX 3912, Odessa, TX 79760
Enrollment
870
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
3.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
870
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
3.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,109 of 8,552
In Odessa
#38 of 48
public schools
In district
#33 of 43
ECTOR COUNTY ISD
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About Bonham Middle
Bonham Middle is a public middle school in Odessa, TX, part of ECTOR COUNTY ISD. Bonham Middle serves approximately 870 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bonham Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,109 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Bonham Middle show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Bonham Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bonham Middle — Students at Bonham Middle score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.1%
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: 2.1/10.
How Bonham Middle Compares
See how Bonham 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
P O BOX 3912, Odessa, TX 79760
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bonham Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WILSON & YOUNG MEDAL OF HONOR MIDDLE (rated 6.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NIMITZ MIDDLE (rated 5.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Odessa, see our Odessa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ODESSA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Odessa | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| EL MAGNET AT REAGAN EL Odessa | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - ODESSA Odessa | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| MONTESSORI MASTERY SCHOOL OF ODESSA Odessa | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| DOWLING EL Odessa | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| BURNET EL Odessa | 0.9 mi | 2.2 |
| PERMIAN H S Odessa | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| GONZALES EL Odessa | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| GALE POND ALAMO EL Odessa | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| LAMAR EARLY EE-KG Odessa | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| ST MARYS CENTRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Odessa | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| BLANTON EL Odessa | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| IRELAND EL Odessa | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| NIMITZ MIDDLE Odessa | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| WILSON & YOUNG MEDAL OF HONOR MIDDLE Odessa | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| GEORGE H W BUSH NEW TECH ODESSA Odessa | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| CARVER EARLY EE-KG Odessa | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| THE ODESSA Y LEARNING CENTER Odessa | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| ODESSA COLLEGIATE ACADEMY EARLY COLLEGE H S Odessa | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| SAM HOUSTON EL Odessa | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
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|---|---|
| ANDREW JACKSON MIDDLE Grand Prairie, TX | 3.3 |
| BUSSEY MIDDLE Garland, TX | 3.3 |
| LINCOLN MIDDLE San Angelo, TX | 3.3 |
| MORALES J H Uvalde, TX | 3.3 |
| WILLIAM H BYRD MIDDLE Duncanville, TX | 3.3 |
| ALDINE MIDDLE Houston, TX | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bonham Middle
What grades does Bonham Middle serve?
Bonham Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Bonham Middle?
Bonham Middle has an enrollment of approximately 870 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bonham Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Bonham Middle is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bonham Middle rank in TX?
Bonham Middle ranks #8,109 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Bonham Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Bonham Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Bonham Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bonham Middle has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bonham Middle a charter school?
No, Bonham Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bonham Middle a Title I school?
No, Bonham Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bonham Middle?
81.1% of students at Bonham 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 870
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ector County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (432) 456-0429
Resources & Links
District
ECTOR COUNTY ISD- District Enrollment
- 33,426
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,723
- District Rank
- #33 of 43
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