For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 40 students in 78590, TX.
The top-ranked public middle school in 78590, TX is San Perlita Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 78590 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78590, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, 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 78590, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
San Perlita Middle School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Mi N F M 2209
San Perlita, TX 78590
(956) 248-5250
San Perlita, TX 78590
(956) 248-5250
Gr: 6-8 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78590, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78590, TX include San Perlita Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 78590?
1 public middle schools are located in 78590.
What is the racial composition of students in 78590?
78590 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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