For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 423 students in 78578, TX.
The top-ranked public middle school in 78578, TX is Port Isabel 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 78578 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78578, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78578, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Port Isabel J High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
17001 Hwy 100
Port Isabel, TX 78578
(956) 943-0060
Port Isabel, TX 78578
(956) 943-0060
Gr: 6-8 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Cameron Co J J A E P
Alternative School
101 Port Rd
Port Isabel, TX 78578
(956) 943-0011
Port Isabel, TX 78578
(956) 943-0011
Gr: 7-11 | 10 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78578, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78578, TX include Port Isabel J High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 78578?
2 public middle schools are located in 78578.
What is the racial composition of students in 78578?
78578 public middle schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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