For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,199 students in 79902, TX.
The top-ranked public middle school in 79902, TX is Wiggs Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 79902 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 79902, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79902, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wiggs Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1300 Cir Dr
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 231-2100
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 231-2100
Gr: 6-8 | 943 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
1014 N Stanton
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 230-2000
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 230-2000
Gr: PK-8 | 1,256 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 79902, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 79902, TX include Wiggs Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 79902?
2 public middle schools are located in 79902.
What is the racial composition of students in 79902?
79902 public middle schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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