Pieper Ranch Middle

Pieper Ranch Middle serves 1,630 students in grades 6-8 in New Braunfels, offering middle school education with a student-teacher ratio of 18.5:1 across 88 full-time equivalent teaching positions. The school currently ranks in the 9th percentile statewide, placing at #7853 out of 8,598 Texas schools, indicating significant room for academic growth and development. Despite these academic challenges, Pieper Ranch Middle operates within a thriving suburban community where families demonstrate strong educational values.

The surrounding 78130 zip code reflects an established neighborhood with a median household income of $82,896 and median home values around $276,200. Approximately 35% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the poverty rate remains relatively low at 6.4%, suggesting families have resources to support their children's educational journey. The school's substantial enrollment of over 1,600 students creates opportunities for diverse programming and peer interactions, while the reasonable class sizes allow teachers to provide more individualized attention as the school works to improve student outcomes.

Located along IH 35 North, Pieper Ranch Middle sits in the heart of New Braunfels' large suburban setting, serving families in this growing Texas Hill Country community.