For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 115 students in 79040, TX.
The top-ranked public middle school in 79040, TX is Gruver 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 79040 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 79040, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79040, TX Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gruver J High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
405 Garrett Ave
Gruver, TX 79040
(806) 733-2081
Gruver, TX 79040
(806) 733-2081
Gr: 5-8 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 79040, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 79040, TX include Gruver J High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 79040?
1 public middle schools are located in 79040.
What is the racial composition of students in 79040?
79040 public middle schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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