Serving 1,120 students in grades 6-8, Running Brushy Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Running Brushy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Running Brushy Middle School's student population of 1,120 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,120 students
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Running Brushy 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 Running Brushy Middle School is 0.70, 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
#2117 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
33%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
42%
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
18%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Running Brushy Middle School's ranking?
Running Brushy Middle School is ranked #2117 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Running Brushy Middle School often compared to?
Running Brushy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Florence W Stiles Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Running Brushy Middle School?
1,120 students attend Running Brushy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Running Brushy Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Running Brushy Middle School?
Running Brushy Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Running Brushy Middle School offer ?
Running Brushy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Running Brushy Middle School part of?
Running Brushy Middle School is part of Leander Independent School District.
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