For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,279 students in 79835, TX.
The top ranked public middle schools in 79835, TX are Jose J Alderete Middle School and Canutillo Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 79835 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 79835, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79835, TX Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jose J Alderete Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
801 Talbot St
Canutillo, TX 79835
(915) 877-6600
Canutillo, TX 79835
(915) 877-6600
Grades: 6-8
| 561 students
Rank: #22.
Canutillo Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7311 Bosque Rd
Canutillo, TX 79835
(915) 877-7900
Canutillo, TX 79835
(915) 877-7900
Grades: 6-8
| 718 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 79835, TX?
The top ranked public middle schools in 79835, TX include Jose J Alderete Middle School and Canutillo Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 79835?
2 public middle schools are located in 79835.
What is the racial composition of students in 79835?
79835 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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