Best 76542 Texas Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,420 students in 76542, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 76542, TX are Charles E Patterson Middle School and Liberty Hill Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 76542 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 76542, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 76542, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charles E Patterson Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
8383 W Trimmier Rd
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 336-7100
Gr: 6-8 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Liberty Hill Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4500 Kit Carson Trl
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 336-1370
Gr: 6-8 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 76542, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 76542, TX include Charles E Patterson Middle School and Liberty Hill Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 76542?
2 public middle schools are located in 76542.
What is the racial composition of students in 76542?
76542 public middle schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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