For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,635 students in 78644, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78644, TX are Lockhart J High School and Trinity Charter Schools - Lockhart Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78644 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78644, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78644, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lockhart J High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 City Line Rd
Lockhart, TX 78644
(512) 398-0770
Lockhart, TX 78644
(512) 398-0770
Gr: 6-8 | 1,501 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Trinity Charter Schools - Lockhart Campus
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
896 Robin Ranch Rd Bldg 9
Lockhart, TX 78644
(512) 432-1651
Lockhart, TX 78644
(512) 432-1651
Gr: 5-12 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78644, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78644, TX include Lockhart J High School and Trinity Charter Schools - Lockhart Campus.
How many public middle schools are located in 78644?
2 public middle schools are located in 78644.
What is the racial composition of students in 78644?
78644 public middle schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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