For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 5,988 students in 75181, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 75181, TX are Gentry Elementary School, Achziger Elementary School and Berry Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 75181 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 75181, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75181, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gentry Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1901 Twin Oaks Dr
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 290-4140
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 290-4140
Gr: PK-5 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Achziger Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Ridgeranch Rd
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 290-4180
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 290-4180
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Berry Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2675 Bear Dr
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5850
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5850
Gr: 6-8 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
New Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3700 S Beltline Rd
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5600
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5600
Gr: 6-8 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Terry Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2351 Edwards Church Rd
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5650
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5650
Gr: 6-8 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Dr Don Woolley Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3200 Blue Sky Rd
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-7390
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-7390
Gr: 6-8 | 1,037 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #77.
Pirrung Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Creek Vly
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-7170
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-7170
Gr: PK-5 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #88.
Thompson Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2525 Helen Ln
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-7190
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-7190
Gr: PK-5 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
6425 Park Vista Dr
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 288-6411
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 288-6411
Gr: PK-5 | 803 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 75181, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 75181, TX include Gentry Elementary School, Achziger Elementary School and Berry Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 75181?
9 public elementary schools are located in 75181.
What is the racial composition of students in 75181?
75181 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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