Best Middle Schools in Zip Code 78073

This analysis covers three middle schools in zip code 78073 (Von Ormy, TX), serving grades 5 through 8 with a combined enrollment of about 1,991 students across the Southwest Independent School District (Isd) and the Somerset Independent School District (Isd).

Somerset J H is the clear standout, ranking in the 69th percentile statewide with a 3-star rating. It is the only school in the zip code that consistently meets or exceeds state averages in core subjects, and an impressive 70.18% of its students taking Algebra I were proficient, far above the state average of 47.01%. In contrast, Judith A Resnik Middle struggles significantly, ranking in the 12th percentile with a 1-star rating. Its most alarming data point is in 7th Grade Mathematics, where only 5.15% of students were proficient compared to the state average of 29.41%. Savannah Heights Intermediate serves as a solid performer, with 5th and 6th-grade scores close to state averages, providing a good foundation for students moving to Somerset J.H.

A key takeaway is the stark difference between districts despite similar economic disadvantage levels (around 85% free/reduced lunch). The two Somerset ISD schools significantly outperform the single Southwest ISD school, suggesting more effective district-level policies and instruction. Spending per student is similar across all three schools (around $10,600 to $10,965), indicating that funding is not the primary driver of performance. Additionally, Judith A Resnik's above-average Algebra I scores (56.6%) alongside its overall low performance suggest a "gatekeeping" effect where only top students take advanced math, while Somerset J.H. achieves higher scores with a likely larger and more diverse group of students taking the exam.