For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 773 students in 78538, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78538, TX are Jose Borrego Middle School and Carlos Truan J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78538 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78538, 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 78538, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jose Borrego Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
25149 First St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1374
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1374
Gr: 6-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Carlos Truan J High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
700 E Ciro Caceres
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6082
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6082
Gr: 7-8 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
78538, Texas 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
619 Mile 17
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-8275
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-8275
Gr: 6 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78538, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78538, TX include Jose Borrego Middle School and Carlos Truan J High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 78538?
2 public middle schools are located in 78538.
What is the racial composition of students in 78538?
78538 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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