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Best 75150 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 20 public schools serving 13,332 students in 75150, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 290 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 75150, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 75150, TX are Motley Elementary School, Kimball Elementary School and Lawrence Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75150 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75150, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 75150, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Motley Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3719 Moon Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5080
Gr: PK-5 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Kimball Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4010 Coryell Way
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 290-4120
Gr: PK-5 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Lawrence Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3811 Richman Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7000
Gr: PK-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Mckenzie Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3535 Stephens Green
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5140
Gr: PK-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Kimbrough Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3900 N Galloway Ave
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5900
Gr: 6-8 | 1,115 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #66.
Porter Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
517 Via Avenida
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 290-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #77.
Larry G Smith Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5299 Gus Thomasson Rd
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 502-4800
Gr: PK-5 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Austin Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3020 Poteet Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7220
Gr: PK-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #99.
Beasley Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
919 Green Canyon Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5160
Gr: PK-5 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #1010.
Florence Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4621 Gleneagle St
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 290-4080
Gr: PK-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1111.
Shands Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4836 Shands Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 290-4020
Gr: PK-5 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1212.
Mcdonald Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2930 Town E Blvd
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5700
Gr: 6-8 | 787 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1313.
Range Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4060 Emerald Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5180
Gr: PK-5 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1414.
Poteet High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3300 Poteet Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,523 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1515.
Shaw Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
707 Purple Sage Trl
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7060
Gr: PK-5 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1616.
Tosch Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2424 Larchmont Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5000
Gr: PK-5 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1717.
Vanston Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3230 Karla Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5801
Gr: 6-8 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1818.
Cannaday Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2701 Chisolm Tr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5060
Gr: PK-5 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1919.
North Mesquite High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
18201 Lbj Fwy
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7900
Gr: 9-12 | 2,099 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #2020.
Trinity Basin Preparatory - Mesquite
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2901 E Meadows Blvd
Mesquite, TX 75150
(214) 946-9100
Gr: PK-8 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 88%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 75150, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 75150, TX include Motley Elementary School, Kimball Elementary School and Lawrence Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 75150?
20 public schools are located in 75150.
What percentage of students in 75150 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 75150 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 75150?
75150 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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