For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 234 students in 78118, TX.
The top-ranked public middle school in 78118, TX is Karnes City 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 78118 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78118, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78118, TX Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Karnes City J High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
410 E Hwy 123
Karnes City, TX 78118
(830) 780-6400
Karnes City, TX 78118
(830) 780-6400
Gr: 6-8 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
78118, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Kcisd - Aep High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
335 Alternative Ln
Karnes City, TX 78118
(830) 780-2321
Karnes City, TX 78118
(830) 780-2321
Gr: 10-12 | 3 students
404 N Hwy 123
Karnes City, TX 78118
(512) 778-0421
Karnes City, TX 78118
(512) 778-0421
Gr: 6-12 | 2,666 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78118, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78118, TX include Karnes City J High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 78118?
1 public middle schools are located in 78118.
What is the racial composition of students in 78118?
78118 public middle schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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