For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 267 students in 78661, TX.
The top-ranked public middle school in 78661, TX is Prairie Lea Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 78661 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78661, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78661, TX Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Lea Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6910 Hwy 80
Prairie Lea, TX 78661
(512) 488-2328
Prairie Lea, TX 78661
(512) 488-2328
Gr: PK-12 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78661, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78661, TX include Prairie Lea Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 78661?
1 public middle schools are located in 78661.
What is the racial composition of students in 78661?
78661 public middle schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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