For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,778 students in 78040, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78040, TX are Memorial Middle School and Christen Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78040 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78040, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78040, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Memorial Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2002 Marcella Ave
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-6600
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 664 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #22.
Christen Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Santa Maria Ave
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-6400
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-6400
Gr: 6-8 | 1,114 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78040, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78040, TX include Memorial Middle School and Christen Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 78040?
2 public middle schools are located in 78040.
What is the racial composition of students in 78040?
78040 public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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