For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,404 students in 78574, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78574, TX are Idea North Mission College Preparatory and Juan De Dios Salinas Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78574 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78574, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78574, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea North Mission College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2706 N Holland Ave
Mission, TX 78574
(956) 424-4300
Mission, TX 78574
(956) 424-4300
Gr: 6-12 | 756 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Juan De Dios Salinas Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6101 N Bentsen Palm Dr
Mission, TX 78574
(956) 323-2850
Mission, TX 78574
(956) 323-2850
Gr: 6-8 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78574, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78574, TX include Idea North Mission College Preparatory and Juan De Dios Salinas Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 78574?
2 public middle schools are located in 78574.
What is the racial composition of students in 78574?
78574 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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