For the 2024-25 school year, there are 21 public schools serving 13,319 students in 75150, TX (there are 5 private schools, serving 400 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 75150, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 75150, TX are Motley Elementary School, Lawrence Elementary School and Mckenzie Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75150 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75150, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75150, TX Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Motley Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3719 Moon Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5080
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5080
Grades: PK-5
| 241 students
Rank: #22.
Lawrence Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3811 Richman Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7000
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7000
Grades: PK-5
| 259 students
Rank: #33.
Mckenzie Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3535 Stephens Green
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5140
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5140
Grades: PK-5
| 396 students
Rank: #44.
Porter Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
517 Via Avenida
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 290-4000
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 290-4000
Grades: PK-5
| 413 students
Rank: #55.
Kimball Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4010 Coryell Way
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 290-4120
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 290-4120
Grades: PK-5
| 214 students
Rank: #66.
Kimbrough Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3900 N Galloway Ave
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5900
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5900
Grades: 6-8
| 1,176 students
Rank: #77.
Larry G Smith Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5299 Gus Thomasson Rd
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 502-4800
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 502-4800
Grades: PK-5
| 740 students
Rank: #88.
Florence Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4621 Gleneagle St
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 290-4080
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 290-4080
Grades: PK-5
| 456 students
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Austin Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3020 Poteet Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7220
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7220
Grades: PK-5
| 321 students
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Beasley Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
919 Green Canyon Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5160
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5160
Grades: PK-5
| 354 students
Rank: #1111.
Poteet High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Poteet Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5300
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,592 students
Rank: #1212.
Shands Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4836 Shands Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 290-4020
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 290-4020
Grades: PK-5
| 551 students
Rank: #1313.
Trinity Basin Preparatory Inc
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2901 E Meadows Blvd
Mesquite, TX 75150
(214) 946-9100
Mesquite, TX 75150
(214) 946-9100
Grades: PK-8
| 656 students
Rank: #1414.
Cannaday Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2701 Chisolm Tr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5060
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5060
Grades: PK-5
| 550 students
Rank: #1515.
Range Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Bamboo St
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5180
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5180
Grades: PK-5
| 597 students
Rank: #1616.
Vanston Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3230 Karla Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5801
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5801
Grades: 6-8
| 827 students
Rank: #1717.
Mcdonald Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2930 Town E Blvd
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5700
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5700
Grades: 6-8
| 786 students
Rank: #1818.
Tosch Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2424 Larchmont Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5000
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5000
Grades: PK-5
| 604 students
Rank: #1919.
North Mesquite High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
18201 Lbj Fwy
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7900
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7900
Grades: 9-12
| 2,087 students
Rank: #2020.
Shaw Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
707 Purple Sage Trl
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7060
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7060
Grades: PK-5
| 499 students
Rank: n/an/a
3819 Towne Crossing Blvd
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 288-6411
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 288-6411
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
75150, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Mesquite Academy (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
2704 Motley
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7570
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7570
Grades: 8-12
| 294 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 75150, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 75150, TX include Motley Elementary School, Lawrence Elementary School and Mckenzie Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 75150?
21 public schools are located in 75150.
What percentage of students in 75150 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 75150 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 75150?
75150 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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