For the 2025 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.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø middle schools in zipcode 78040 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 40%), 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 ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Memorial Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2002 Marcella Ave
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-6600
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-6600
Grades: 6-8
| 664 students
Rank: #22.
Christen Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Santa Maria Ave
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-6400
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-6400
Grades: 6-8
| 1,114 students
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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