For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,474 students in 78842, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78842, TX are Del Rio Middle School and Blended Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78842 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78842, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78842, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Del Rio Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
720 Raymond Lozano Blvd
Del Rio, TX 78842
(830) 778-4530
Del Rio, TX 78842
(830) 778-4530
Gr: 7-8 | 1,347 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Blended Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
305 Las Vacas
Del Rio, TX 78842
(830) 778-4685
Del Rio, TX 78842
(830) 778-4685
Gr: 8-12 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78842, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78842, TX include Del Rio Middle School and Blended Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 78842?
2 public middle schools are located in 78842.
What is the racial composition of students in 78842?
78842 public middle schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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