Acton Middle

Acton Middle sits in Granbury, a charming small city on the banks of Lake Granbury southwest of Fort Worth, where the pace is slower but the academic expectations are still serious — this school ranks in the top quarter of middle schools statewide, with particular strength in science. Families who want small-town Texas character without sacrificing solid academics will feel right at home here, and the tight-knit Hood County community means kids tend to know their teachers and neighbors alike. It's a great fit for families relocating from the DFW suburbs who want a little more breathing room without stepping too far off the path academically.