For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,074 students in 76209, TX.
The top-ranked public middle school in 76209, TX is Strickland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 76209 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 76209, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76209, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Strickland Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3003 N Bell
Denton, TX 76209
(940) 369-4200
Denton, TX 76209
(940) 369-4200
Gr: 6-8 | 962 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
Lester Davis
Alternative School
1125 Davis St
Denton, TX 76209
(940) 369-4050
Denton, TX 76209
(940) 369-4050
Gr: 2-12 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 76209, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 76209, TX include Strickland Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 76209?
2 public middle schools are located in 76209.
What is the racial composition of students in 76209?
76209 public middle schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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