Excellent
#1493 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 17% in state
Fort Settlement Middle
Middle School · FORT BEND ISD
5440 ELKINS RD, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Enrollment
1,529
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,529
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,493 of 8,552
In Sugar Land
#12 of 33
public schools
In district
#14 of 78
FORT BEND ISD
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Fort Settlement Middle
Fort Settlement Middle is a public middle school in Sugar Land, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. Fort Settlement Middle serves approximately 1,529 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Settlement Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,493 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Fort Settlement Middle show 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Fort Settlement Middle runs 20.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Fort Settlement Middle — Students at Fort Settlement Middle score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.7%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Fort Settlement Middle Compares
See how Fort Settlement 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
5440 ELKINS RD, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fort Settlement Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. COMMONWEALTH EL (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORNERSTONE EL (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ANNE MCCORMICK SULLIVAN EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sugar Land, see our Sugar Land schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COMMONWEALTH EL Sugar Land | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| CLEMENTS H S Sugar Land | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| RIVERBEND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| COLONY MEADOWS EL Sugar Land | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| BESS CAMPBELL EL Sugar Land | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| COLONY BEND EL Sugar Land | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| FIRST COLONY MIDDLE Sugar Land | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| CHRIST CHURCH SCHOOL Sugar Land | 2.0 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY SUG: SUGAR LAND Sugar Land | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sugar Land | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| THE WALDEN SCHOOL Sugar Land | 2.6 mi | — |
| ANNE MCCORMICK SULLIVAN EL Sugar Land | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| CORNERSTONE EL Sugar Land | 2.6 mi | 8.8 |
| SETTLERS WAY EL Sugar Land | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| FIRST COLONY MONTESSORI SOUTH Sugar Land | 2.8 mi | — |
| RIVERSTONE MONTESSORI LLC Sugar Land | 2.9 mi | — |
| HIGHLANDS EL Sugar Land | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF FIRST COLONY Sugar Land | 3.1 mi | — |
| TRUE KNIGHT ACADEMY Sugar Land | 3.4 mi | — |
| AUSTIN PARKWAY EL Sugar Land | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77479 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,381
Median Home Value
$462,200
Median Rent
$1,997/mo
Population
92,355
College Educated
68.4%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fort Settlement Middle
What grades does Fort Settlement Middle serve?
Fort Settlement Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Fort Settlement Middle?
Fort Settlement Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,529 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Settlement Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Fort Settlement Middle is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fort Settlement Middle rank in TX?
Fort Settlement Middle ranks #1,493 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Fort Settlement Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Fort Settlement Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Fort Settlement Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort Settlement Middle has 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fort Settlement Middle a charter school?
No, Fort Settlement Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fort Settlement Middle a Title I school?
No, Fort Settlement Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fort Settlement Middle?
12.7% of students at Fort Settlement 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
- 1,529
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 76
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.9%
- Phone
- (281) 634-6440
Resources & Links
District
FORT BEND ISD- District Enrollment
- 80,206
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,520
- District Rank
- #14 of 78
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