Best 79226 Texas Public Middle Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 69 students in 79226, TX.
The top-ranked public middle school in 79226, TX is Clarendon J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 79226 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 79226, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79226, TX Public Middle Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarendon J High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
822 5th St
Clarendon, TX 79226
(806) 310-7655
Gr: 6-8 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 79226, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 79226, TX include Clarendon J High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 79226?
1 public middle schools are located in 79226.
What is the racial composition of students in 79226?
79226 public middle schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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