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Bush Middle

Middle School · CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD

515 COWBOYS PKWY, Irving, TX 75063

Enrollment

695

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,997 of 8,552

In Irving

#18 of 52

public schools

In district

#26 of 38

CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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5.9/10

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

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About Bush Middle

Bush Middle is a public middle school in Irving, TX, part of CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD. Bush Middle serves approximately 695 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bush Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,997 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Bush Middle show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Bush 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-6.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.3 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,227
Chronic Absenteeism33.2%

Bush Middle — Students at Bush Middle score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 59.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 64.4% (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
80%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
78%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
34.7%
ELA
41.7%
2024
Math
37%
ELA
52%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Bush Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in TX
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.2%

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

515 COWBOYS PKWY, Irving, TX 75063

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bush Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. COPPELL MIDDLE EAST (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Coppell), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COPPELL MIDDLE WEST (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Irving, see our Irving schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
VALLEY RANCH EL Irving 0.7 mi 8.9
CANYON RANCH EL Irving 1.0 mi 9.4
RIVERCHASE ELE Coppell 1.1 mi 6.9
LANDRY EL Irving 1.2 mi 5.7
COPPELL MIDDLE EAST Coppell 1.2 mi 8.8
UNIVERSAL ACADEMY - COPPELL Irving 1.4 mi 7.6
MOCKINGBIRD EL Coppell 1.3 mi 8.7
FREEMAN EL Irving 1.6 mi 7.2
LAKESIDE EL Coppell 1.7 mi 8.4
ROCKBROOK MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT VALLEY RANCH Irving 1.7 mi
RICHARD J LEE EL Dallas 1.9 mi 8.8
AUSTIN EL Coppell 1.9 mi 8.5
NEW TECH H S AT COPPELL Coppell 2.0 mi 8.9
RANCHVIEW H S Irving 2.1 mi 7.4
SPANISH SCHOOLHOUSE Coppell 2.1 mi
COPPELL MIDDLE WEST Dallas 2.2 mi 8.6
GRIMES EDUCATION CENTER Carrollton 2.3 mi 6.1
COPPELL CLASSICAL ACADEMY Lewisville 2.4 mi 6.9
LAS COLINAS EL Irving 2.6 mi 8.0
KINWEST MONTESSORI ACADEMY Irving 2.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,583

Median Home Value

$509,500

Median Rent

$1,687/mo

Population

45,486

College Educated

74.4%

Homeownership

39.1%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

34

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bush Middle

What grades does Bush Middle serve?

Bush Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Bush Middle?

Bush Middle has an enrollment of approximately 695 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bush Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Bush Middle is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bush Middle rank in TX?

Bush Middle ranks #4,997 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Bush Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Bush Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Bush Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bush Middle has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Bush Middle a charter school?

No, Bush Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bush Middle a Title I school?

No, Bush Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bush Middle?

59.9% of students at Bush 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
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
695
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.2%

District

CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD
District Enrollment
24,386
Schools in District
40
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,227
District Rank
#26 of 38

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