For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 3,201 students in 75181, TX.
The top ranked public middle schools in 75181, TX are Berry Middle School, New Middle School and Terry Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 75181 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 75181, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75181, TX Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Berry Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2675 Bear Dr
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5850
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5850
Grades: 6-8
| 596 students
Rank: #22.
New Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3700 S Beltline Rd
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5600
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5600
Grades: 6-8
| 689 students
Rank: #33.
Terry Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2351 Edwards Church Rd
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5650
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5650
Grades: 6-8
| 866 students
Rank: #44.
Dr Don Woolley Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3200 Blue Sky Rd
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-7390
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-7390
Grades: 6-8
| 1,050 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 75181, TX?
The top ranked public middle schools in 75181, TX include Berry Middle School, New Middle School and Terry Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 75181?
4 public middle schools are located in 75181.
What is the racial composition of students in 75181?
75181 public middle schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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