Very Good
#3238 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 38% in state
Rhodes Is
Middle School · FORNEY ISD
775 INNOVATION BLVD, Forney, TX 75126
Enrollment
985
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
985
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,238 of 8,552
In Forney
#9 of 17
public schools
In district
#9 of 17
FORNEY ISD
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Rhodes Is
Middle School in Forney · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rhodes Is
Rhodes Is is a public middle school in Forney, TX, part of FORNEY ISD. Rhodes Is serves approximately 985 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rhodes Is has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,238 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Rhodes Is show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Rhodes Is sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Rhodes Is — Students at Rhodes Is score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Rhodes Is Compares
See how Rhodes Is 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
775 INNOVATION BLVD, Forney, TX 75126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rhodes Is may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. RHEA INT (rated 7.5/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JACKSON MIDDLE (rated 7.4/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WARREN MIDDLE (rated 7.2/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Forney, see our Forney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JACKSON MIDDLE Forney | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| CRISWELL EL Forney | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| CROSBY EL Forney | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| GRIFFIN EL Forney | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| LEWIS EL Forney | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| LINDA LYON EL Heath | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| CLAYBON EL Forney | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| WARREN MIDDLE Forney | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| RHEA INT Forney | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| FORNEY H S Forney | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| FORNEY LEARNING ACADEMY Forney | 2.9 mi | — |
| SMITH INT Forney | 3.1 mi | 4.2 |
| HENDERSON EL Forney | 3.5 mi | 7.3 |
| NORTH FORNEY H S Forney | 3.2 mi | 4.5 |
| BLACKBURN EL Forney | 3.5 mi | 7.0 |
| BROWN MIDDLE Forney | 3.5 mi | 3.9 |
| JOHNSON EL Forney | 4.1 mi | 7.9 |
| AMY PARKS-HEATH EL Heath | 4.5 mi | 7.2 |
| WILLETT EL Forney | 4.4 mi | 6.5 |
| ROCKWALL-HEATH H S Heath | 5.1 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,001
Median Home Value
$337,200
Median Rent
$1,930/mo
Population
77,116
College Educated
35.8%
Homeownership
82.1%
Avg Commute
36.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
31.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACTON MIDDLE Granbury, TX | 7.0 |
| ANDREWS MIDDLE Andrews, TX | 7.0 |
| ANN RICHARDS MIDDLE Mission, TX | 7.0 |
| ARNOLD MIDDLE Cypress, TX | 7.0 |
| B G HUDSON MIDDLE Sachse, TX | 7.0 |
| CALALLEN MIDDLE Corpus Christi, TX | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rhodes Is
What grades does Rhodes Is serve?
Rhodes Is serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Rhodes Is?
Rhodes Is has an enrollment of approximately 985 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rhodes Is?
The student-teacher ratio at Rhodes Is is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rhodes Is rank in TX?
Rhodes Is ranks #3,238 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Rhodes Is's MySchoolScout rating?
Rhodes Is has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Rhodes Is?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rhodes Is has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Rhodes Is a charter school?
No, Rhodes Is is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rhodes Is a Title I school?
No, Rhodes Is is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rhodes Is?
55.8% of students at Rhodes Is 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
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 985
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Kaufman County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.5%
- Phone
- (469) 762-4370
Resources & Links
District
FORNEY ISD- District Enrollment
- 17,002
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,032
- District Rank
- #9 of 17
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