For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 221 students in 79521, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 79521, TX are Paint Creek School and Haskell J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 79521 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 79521, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79521, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paint Creek School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4485 Fm 600
Haskell, TX 79521
(940) 864-2868
Haskell, TX 79521
(940) 864-2868
Gr: PK-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Haskell J High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 N Ave E
Haskell, TX 79521
(940) 864-5981
Haskell, TX 79521
(940) 864-5981
Gr: 6-8 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 79521, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 79521, TX include Paint Creek School and Haskell J High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 79521?
2 public middle schools are located in 79521.
What is the racial composition of students in 79521?
79521 public middle schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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