For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 420 students in 78861, TX.
The top ranked public middle school in 78861, TX is Mcdowell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 78861 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78861, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78861, TX Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mcdowell Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1602 27th St S
Hondo, TX 78861
(830) 426-2261
Hondo, TX 78861
(830) 426-2261
Grades: 6-8
| 420 students
78861, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Detention Center (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
2516 Mchaughten
Hondo, TX 78861
(830) 426-7613
Hondo, TX 78861
(830) 426-7613
Grades: 8-10
| 16 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 78861, TX?
The top ranked public middle schools in 78861, TX include Mcdowell Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 78861?
1 public middle schools are located in 78861.
What is the racial composition of students in 78861?
78861 public middle schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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