Best 75181 Texas Public Middle Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 3,086 students in 75181, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 75181, TX are Berry Middle School, New Middle School and Terry Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 75181 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 75181, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 75181, TX Public Middle Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Berry Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2675 Bear Dr
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5850
Gr: 6-8 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
New Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3700 S Beltline Rd
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5600
Gr: 6-8 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Terry Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2351 Edwards Church Rd
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5650
Gr: 6-8 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Dr Don Woolley Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3200 Blue Sky Rd
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-7390
Gr: 6-8 | 1,037 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 75181, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 75181, TX include Berry Middle School, New Middle School and Terry Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 75181?
4 public middle schools are located in 75181.
What is the racial composition of students in 75181?
75181 public middle schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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