For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,120 students in 78570, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78570, TX are Sgt Manuel Chacon Middle School and Sgt William G Harrell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78570 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78570, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, 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 78570, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sgt Manuel Chacon Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
801 S Mile 1 E
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2200
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2200
Gr: 6-9 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Sgt William G Harrell Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2825 N Fm 491
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2300
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2300
Gr: 6-8 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Mercedes Daep
Alternative School
720 S Mile 1 E
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-5076
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-5076
Gr: 2-12
Rank: n/an/a
100 Med High Dr
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-4201
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-4201
Gr: 6-12 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78570, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78570, TX include Sgt Manuel Chacon Middle School and Sgt William G Harrell Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 78570?
4 public middle schools are located in 78570.
What is the racial composition of students in 78570?
78570 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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