For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 584 students in 76012, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 76012, TX are Turning Point Secondary School and Shackelford J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 76012 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 76012, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76012, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Turning Point Secondary School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2209 N Davis Dr
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3000
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3000
Gr: 7-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Shackelford J High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2000 N Fielder Rd
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3600
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3600
Gr: 7-8 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 76012, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 76012, TX include Turning Point Secondary School and Shackelford J High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 76012?
2 public middle schools are located in 76012.
What is the racial composition of students in 76012?
76012 public middle schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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