Serving 1,760 students in grades 6-8, Ronald Thornton Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,760 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ronald Thornton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ronald Thornton Middle School's student population of 1,760 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,760 students
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ronald Thornton Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ronald Thornton Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2344 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
25%
54%
Black
39%
13%
White
21%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ronald Thornton Middle School's ranking?
Ronald Thornton Middle School is ranked #2344 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ronald Thornton Middle School often compared to?
Ronald Thornton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Billy Baines Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ronald Thornton Middle School?
1,760 students attend Ronald Thornton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Ronald Thornton Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ronald Thornton Middle School?
Ronald Thornton Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ronald Thornton Middle School offer ?
Ronald Thornton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ronald Thornton Middle School part of?
Ronald Thornton Middle School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
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