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#2603 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 30% in state

Bonham Middle

Middle School · TEMPLE ISD

4600 MIDWAY DR, Temple, TX 76502

Enrollment

636

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

7.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#2,603 of 8,552

In Temple

#2 of 22

public schools

In district

#1 of 15

TEMPLE ISD

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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7.4/10

Middle School in Temple · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bonham Middle

Bonham Middle is a public middle school in Temple, TX, part of TEMPLE ISD. Bonham Middle serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bonham Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,603 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Bonham Middle show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,629
Chronic Absenteeism20.1%

Bonham Middle — Students at Bonham Middle score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 57.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
45.7%
ELA
45.7%
2024
Math
41%
ELA
47%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Bonham Middle Compares

See how Bonham Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
70th percentile in TX
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4600 MIDWAY DR, Temple, TX 76502

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bonham Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LAKE BELTON MIDDLE (rated 7.3/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TRAVIS SCIENCE ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Temple, see our Temple schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
CATER EL Temple 0.6 mi 4.6
ST FRANCIS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Temple 1.3 mi
THORNTON EL Temple 1.3 mi 4.6
TAMRA LEARNING ACADEMY Temple 1.4 mi
SCOTT EL Temple 2.0 mi 6.1
WESTERN HILLS EL Temple 2.1 mi 5.4
CENTRAL TEXAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Temple 2.6 mi 5.9
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Temple 2.9 mi 7.4
CHARTER OAK EL Temple 2.6 mi 8.3
MONTESSORI SCHOOLS OF CENTRAL TEXAS(TEMPLE CAMPUS) Temple 2.6 mi
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOLS OF CENTRAL TEXAS Temple 2.6 mi 5.8
TRAVIS SCIENCE ACADEMY Temple 2.7 mi 6.9
JOE M PIRTLE EL Temple 3.0 mi 6.1
KENNEDY-POWELL EL Temple 3.2 mi 6.5
FRED W EDWARDS ACADEMY AEC Temple 3.0 mi 6.6
LAKE BELTON MIDDLE Temple 3.3 mi 7.3
TARVER EL Temple 3.5 mi 6.5
RAYE-ALLEN EL Temple 3.3 mi 6.1
LEON HEIGHTS EL Belton 3.3 mi 6.9
ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Temple 3.3 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,504

Median Home Value

$252,100

Median Rent

$1,411/mo

Population

51,175

College Educated

37.2%

Homeownership

64.5%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

34.5

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School Rating
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B MCDANIEL INT Denison, TX 7.4
BRUCE J H Gilmer, TX 7.4
CUERO J H Cuero, TX 7.4
DUMAS INT Dumas, TX 7.4
HURSHEL ANTWINE MIDDLE El Paso, TX 7.4

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 636 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bonham Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Bonham Middle is 11.6:1. 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 #2,603 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Bonham Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Bonham Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% 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?

72.0% 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Bell County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

District

TEMPLE ISD
District Enrollment
8,784
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,629
District Rank
#1 of 15

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