Walnut Grove Middle

Walnut Grove Middle serves 988 students in grades 6-8 in Midlothian, Texas, offering middle school education with a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 across 58 full-time equivalent teachers. The school receives a 4.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks in the 16th percentile statewide, indicating significant room for academic growth as the school works to better serve its student population. Located in Ellis County, Walnut Grove Middle sits within a community that reflects suburban prosperity, with families in the 76065 ZIP code enjoying a median household income of $121,063 and median home values of $343,200.

The surrounding neighborhood shows strong economic stability with only a 5.4% poverty rate, and over one-third of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, suggesting a community that values education. The substantial enrollment of nearly 1,000 students makes Walnut Grove Middle one of the larger middle schools in the area, providing opportunities for diverse programming and peer interactions. As a regular public school, it serves families seeking traditional middle school education during these crucial transitional years.

Walnut Grove Middle is situated in a town on the fringe of an urban area, offering students and families the benefits of suburban living while maintaining access to broader metropolitan resources and opportunities.