Below Average
#6537 of 8,552 schools in TX
Fleming Middle
Middle School · HOUSTON ISD
4910 COLLINGSWORTH ST, Houston, TX 77026
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,537 of 8,552
In Houston
#506 of 723
public schools
In district
#190 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
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About Fleming Middle
Fleming Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Fleming Middle serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Fleming Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #6,537 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Fleming Middle show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Fleming Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
39% of students at Fleming 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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Fleming Middle — Students at Fleming Middle score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.6%
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: 3.5/10.
How Fleming Middle Compares
See how Fleming 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
4910 COLLINGSWORTH ST, Houston, TX 77026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fleming Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SECONDARY DAEP (rated 6.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KEY MIDDLE (rated 5.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MCREYNOLDS MIDDLE (rated 5.0/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ISAACS EL Houston | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| DOGAN EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| KASHMERE GARDENS EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| ATHERTON EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ELIOT EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| EL DAEP Houston | 1.2 mi | — |
| KEY MIDDLE Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| HARBOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| YES PREP - 5TH WARD Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| WHEATLEY H S Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| SMALL STEPS NURTURING CENTER - JENSEN Houston | 1.3 mi | — |
| ROSS EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| MICKEY LELAND COLLEGE PREP ACAD FOR YOUNG MEN Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| MCREYNOLDS MIDDLE Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| HENDERSON N EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| SCROGGINS EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| YES PREP - NORTHSIDE Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| SECONDARY DAEP Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| PUGH EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| KASHMERE H S Houston | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,835
Median Home Value
$104,800
Median Rent
$962/mo
Population
20,536
College Educated
9.2%
Homeownership
40.2%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
33.2%
Median Age
36.5
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| BORGER INT Borger, TX | 4.9 |
| DR FREDERICK DOUGLASS TODD SR MIDDLE Dallas, TX | 4.9 |
| GUS GARCIA MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 4.9 |
| MERKEL MIDDLE Merkel, TX | 4.9 |
| O W SADBERRY SR INT Bryan, TX | 4.9 |
| ARP J H Arp, TX | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fleming Middle
What grades does Fleming Middle serve?
Fleming Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Fleming Middle?
Fleming Middle has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fleming Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Fleming Middle is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fleming Middle rank in TX?
Fleming Middle ranks #6,537 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Fleming Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Fleming Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Fleming Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fleming Middle has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fleming Middle a charter school?
No, Fleming Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fleming Middle a Title I school?
No, Fleming Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fleming Middle?
98.6% of students at Fleming 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
- 348
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.4%
- Phone
- (713) 671-4170
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #190 of 272
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