Needs Improvement
#8118 of 8,552 schools in TX
Bussey Middle
Middle School · GARLAND ISD
1204 TRAVIS ST, Garland, TX 75040
Enrollment
799
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
3.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
799
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
3.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,118 of 8,552
In Garland
#64 of 67
public schools
In district
#72 of 75
GARLAND ISD
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About Bussey Middle
Bussey Middle is a public middle school in Garland, TX, part of GARLAND ISD. Bussey Middle serves approximately 799 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bussey Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,118 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Bussey Middle show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Bussey 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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Bussey Middle — Students at Bussey Middle score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
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: 1.9/10.
How Bussey Middle Compares
See how Bussey 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
1204 TRAVIS ST, Garland, TX 75040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bussey Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SELLERS MIDDLE (rated 5.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WEBB MIDDLE (rated 4.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garland, see our Garland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FREEMAN EL Garland | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| GOLDEN MEADOWS EL Garland | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| COOPER EL Garland | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Garland | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| GARLAND H S Garland | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| N GARLAND H S Garland | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| ETHRIDGE EL Garland | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| GARLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| PARSONS PRE-K CTR Garland | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| SHOREHAVEN EL Garland | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| SELLERS MIDDLE Garland | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| WEAVER EL Garland | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| WILLIAMS EL Garland | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| MOUNT HEBRON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland | 1.8 mi | — |
| DAUGHERTY EL Garland | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| WEBB MIDDLE Garland | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| KIMBERLIN ACAD FOR EXCEL Garland | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| DAVIS EL Garland | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| SPRING CREEK EL Garland | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ILTEXAS GARLAND EL Garland | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,537
Median Home Value
$245,400
Median Rent
$1,670/mo
Population
64,205
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
68.4%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
36.1
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|---|---|
| ANDREW JACKSON MIDDLE Grand Prairie, TX | 3.3 |
| BONHAM MIDDLE Odessa, TX | 3.3 |
| LINCOLN MIDDLE San Angelo, TX | 3.3 |
| MORALES J H Uvalde, TX | 3.3 |
| UPLIFT SUMMIT INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE Dallas, TX | 3.3 |
| WILLIAM H BYRD MIDDLE Duncanville, TX | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bussey Middle
What grades does Bussey Middle serve?
Bussey Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Bussey Middle?
Bussey Middle has an enrollment of approximately 799 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bussey Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Bussey Middle is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bussey Middle rank in TX?
Bussey Middle ranks #8,118 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Bussey Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Bussey 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 Bussey Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bussey Middle has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bussey Middle a charter school?
No, Bussey Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bussey Middle a Title I school?
No, Bussey Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bussey Middle?
93.2% of students at Bussey 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
- 799
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.4%
- Phone
- (972) 494-8391
Resources & Links
District
GARLAND ISD- District Enrollment
- 51,659
- Schools in District
- 78
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,534
- District Rank
- #72 of 75
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