For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,516 students in 78842, TX.
The top ranked public middle schools in 78842, TX are Del Rio Middle School and Blended Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78842 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78842, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78842, TX Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Del Rio Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
720 Raymond Lozano Blvd
Del Rio, TX 78842
(830) 778-4530
Del Rio, TX 78842
(830) 778-4530
Grades: 7-8
| 1,414 students
Rank: #22.
Blended Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
305 Las Vacas
Del Rio, TX 78842
(830) 778-4685
Del Rio, TX 78842
(830) 778-4685
Grades: 8-12
| 102 students
78842, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
90 Memorial Dr
Del Rio, TX 78842
(830) 778-4400
Del Rio, TX 78842
(830) 778-4400
Grades: 9-10
| 749 students
2003 N Main St
Del Rio, TX 78842
(830) 778-4777
Del Rio, TX 78842
(830) 778-4777
Grades: K-5
| 539 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 78842, TX?
The top ranked public middle schools in 78842, TX include Del Rio Middle School and Blended Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 78842?
2 public middle schools are located in 78842.
What is the racial composition of students in 78842?
78842 public middle schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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