For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 617 students in 78629, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78629, TX are Gonzales J High School and Legacy Ranch Inspire Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78629 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78629, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78629, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gonzales J High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
426 N College St
Gonzales, TX 78629
(830) 672-8641
Gonzales, TX 78629
(830) 672-8641
Gr: 6-8 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Legacy Ranch Inspire Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13326 N Hwy 183
Gonzales, TX 78629
(210) 638-5300
Gonzales, TX 78629
(210) 638-5300
Gr: K-11 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78629, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78629, TX include Gonzales J High School and Legacy Ranch Inspire Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 78629?
2 public middle schools are located in 78629.
What is the racial composition of students in 78629?
78629 public middle schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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