For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 656 students in 75801, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 75801, TX are Palestine J High School and Westwood J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 75801 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 75801, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75801, TX Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palestine J High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
233 Ben Milam Dr
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8008
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8008
Gr: 7-8 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Westwood J High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Panther Blvd
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 723-0423
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 723-0423
Gr: 7-8 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
75801, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Landmark School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
101 Brushy Creek Rd
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 729-4208
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 729-4208
Gr: 6-10 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
1007 E Park Ave
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8000
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8000
1000 E Lamar St
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8026
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8026
Gr: K | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
1020 W Hamlett
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8030
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8030
Gr: 6 | 221 students Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 75801, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 75801, TX include Palestine J High School and Westwood J High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 75801?
2 public middle schools are located in 75801.
What is the racial composition of students in 75801?
75801 public middle schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
When Your Child Gets a Teacher You Didn't Request
Learn what parents can do when a child is assigned to an unexpected teacher, including when to wait, communicate, document concerns, request support, and seek reassignment appropriately.
Before Accepting a Public School Seat: 15 Checks
Before accepting a public school seat, parents should verify enrollment terms, transportation, staffing, academics, safety, support services, schedules, attendance rules, extracurriculars, costs, and long-term placement details carefully.
Will This Public School Offer the Same Programs Next Year?
Learn how parents can determine whether public school programs will continue next year by checking budgets, enrollment, staffing, board documents, grants, course schedules, and district priorities before enrolling.