Blocker Middle

Texas City sits along Galveston Bay, a working-class Gulf Coast community with a tight-knit feel that's a world away from the bustle of Houston just up I-45. Blocker Middle falls in the lower tier of middle schools statewide, so families who prioritize academics may want to look closely at how the school's programs align with their student's needs — though for families already rooted in the Texas City community, the local connections and coastal character of the area can be a genuine draw. It's a school best suited to families who are engaged and proactive about supplementing their child's education, especially in science and math.