Below Average
#6766 of 8,552 schools in TX
Sugar Land Middle
Middle School · FORT BEND ISD
321 SEVENTH ST, Sugar Land, TX 77478
Enrollment
995
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
995
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,766 of 8,552
In Sugar Land
#32 of 33
public schools
In district
#64 of 78
FORT BEND ISD
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Sugar Land Middle
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About Sugar Land Middle
Sugar Land Middle is a public middle school in Sugar Land, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. Sugar Land Middle serves approximately 995 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sugar Land Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,766 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sugar Land Middle show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Sugar Land Middle — Students at Sugar Land Middle score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.5%
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: 4.9/10.
How Sugar Land Middle Compares
See how Sugar Land 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
321 SEVENTH ST, Sugar Land, TX 77478
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sugar Land Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - SUGAR LAND (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-SUGAR LAND (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sugar Land, see our Sugar Land schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL-SUGAR LAND Sugar Land | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| SUGAR MILL EL Sugar Land | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| LAKEVIEW EL Sugar Land | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| LAKEVIEW MONTESSORI ON THE HILL Sugar Land | 0.4 mi | — |
| M R WOOD CENTER FOR LEARNING Sugar Land | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - SUGAR LAND Sugar Land | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| KEMPNER H S Sugar Land | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| RITA DRABEK EL Sugar Land | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| KIPP JOURNEY PRI Sugarland | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP JOURNEY COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Sugarland | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| BARRINGTON PLACE EL Sugar Land | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| VILLA DI MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land | 2.0 mi | — |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-SUGAR LAND Sugar Land | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| KIDS R KIDS NO. 25 SUGARLAND Sugar Land | 2.1 mi | — |
| KIDS R KIDS SUGAR LAND #25 TX Sugar Land | 2.1 mi | — |
| LOGOS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Sugar Land | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| TRUE KNIGHT ACADEMY Sugar Land | 2.3 mi | — |
| FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sugar Land | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| THE WALDEN SCHOOL Sugar Land | 2.7 mi | — |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sugar Land | 2.7 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77478 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,205
Median Home Value
$378,700
Median Rent
$1,751/mo
Population
22,699
College Educated
59.4%
Homeownership
76.1%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
46.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DEL VALLE MIDDLE Del Valle, TX | 4.7 |
| HUGHES MIDDLE Burleson, TX | 4.7 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE Port Arthur, TX | 4.7 |
| KITTY HAWK MIDDLE Universal City, TX | 4.7 |
| LAMAR JH Rosenberg, TX | 4.7 |
| LANDRUM MIDDLE Houston, TX | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sugar Land Middle
What grades does Sugar Land Middle serve?
Sugar Land Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Sugar Land Middle?
Sugar Land Middle has an enrollment of approximately 995 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sugar Land Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Sugar Land Middle is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sugar Land Middle rank in TX?
Sugar Land Middle ranks #6,766 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sugar Land Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Sugar Land Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Sugar Land Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sugar Land Middle has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sugar Land Middle a charter school?
No, Sugar Land Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sugar Land Middle a Title I school?
No, Sugar Land Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sugar Land Middle?
64.5% of students at Sugar Land 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
- 995
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.1%
- Phone
- (281) 634-3080
Resources & Links
District
FORT BEND ISD- District Enrollment
- 80,206
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,520
- District Rank
- #64 of 78
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