Serving 1,913 students in grades 6-8, Bill Hays Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,913 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bill Hays Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bill Hays Middle School's student population of 1,913 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,913 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
School Rankings
Bill Hays Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bill Hays Middle School is 0.72, 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
#878 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
42%
6%
Hispanic
12%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
28%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
12%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bill Hays Middle School's ranking?
Bill Hays Middle School is ranked #878 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bill Hays Middle School often compared to?
Bill Hays Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lorene Rogers Middle School, Reynolds Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bill Hays Middle School?
1,913 students attend Bill Hays Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Bill Hays Middle School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bill Hays Middle School?
Bill Hays Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bill Hays Middle School offer ?
Bill Hays Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bill Hays Middle School part of?
Bill Hays Middle School is part of Prosper Independent School District.
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