For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 10,596 students in 75181, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 75181, TX are Vroonland - Vanguard High School, Gentry Elementary School and Achziger Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75181 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75181, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75181, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vroonland - Vanguard High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4201 Faithom P Lucas Sr Blvd
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-0001
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-0001
Gr: 9-12 | 1,591 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
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 | 600 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
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 | 584 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
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 | 596 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
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 | 689 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Horn High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3300 E Cartwright Rd
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5200
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,874 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
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 | 866 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
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 | 1,050 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #99.
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 | 439 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1010.
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 | 600 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 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 | 707 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 75181, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 75181, TX include Vroonland - Vanguard High School, Gentry Elementary School and Achziger Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 75181?
11 public schools are located in 75181.
What is the racial composition of students in 75181?
75181 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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