For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 654 students in 76012, TX.
The top ranked public middle schools in 76012, TX are Turning Point Secondary School and Shackelford 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 76012 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 76012, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 76012, TX Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Turning Point Secondary School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2209 N Davis Dr
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3000
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3000
Grades: 7-12
| 96 students
Rank: #22.
Shackelford J High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2000 N Fielder Rd
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3600
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3600
Grades: 7-8
| 558 students
76012, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Turning Point Alter J High School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
2209 N Davis Dr
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3050
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3050
Grades: 7-8
| 24 students
1601 Wright St
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-6000
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-6000
Grades: PK-6
| 463 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 76012, TX?
The top ranked public middle schools in 76012, TX include Turning Point Secondary School and Shackelford J High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 76012?
2 public middle schools are located in 76012.
What is the racial composition of students in 76012?
76012 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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