For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 3,546 students in 75243, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 75243, TX are Forest Meadow J High School, Harmony Science Academy - Dallas and Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy Plano. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 75243 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 75243, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75243, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Meadow J High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9373 Whitehurst Dr
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 593-1500
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 593-1500
Gr: 7-8 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Harmony Science Academy - Dallas
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11995 Forestgate Dr
Dallas, TX 75243
(972) 234-9993
Dallas, TX 75243
(972) 234-9993
Gr: K-12 | 1,068 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy Plano
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
601 Accent Dr
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 287-8532
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 287-8532
Gr: PK-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Liberty J High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10330 Lawler Rd
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 593-7888
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 593-7888
Gr: 7-8 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2727 Military Pkwy
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 287-8537
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 287-8537
Gr: PK-12 | 1,065 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
75243, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9666 Ferris Branch
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 593-6800
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 593-6800
Gr: PK-6 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 75243, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 75243, TX include Forest Meadow J High School, Harmony Science Academy - Dallas and Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy Plano.
How many public middle schools are located in 75243?
5 public middle schools are located in 75243.
What is the racial composition of students in 75243?
75243 public middle schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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