Serving 1,058 students in grades 5-6, Tomball Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (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 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 1,058 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tomball Intermediate School's student population of 1,058 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
1,058 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Mascot
Cougars
School Rankings
Tomball Intermediate 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 Tomball Intermediate School is 0.63, which is less 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
#2426 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
51%
25%
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
39%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tomball Intermediate School's ranking?
Tomball Intermediate School is ranked #2426 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% 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 Tomball Intermediate School?
1,058 students attend Tomball Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Tomball Intermediate School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tomball Intermediate School?
Tomball Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tomball Intermediate School offer ?
Tomball Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Tomball Intermediate School part of?
Tomball Intermediate School is part of Tomball Independent School District.
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