Goodnight Middle

San Marcos is a lively college town along the I-35 corridor between Austin and San Antonio, with a young energy driven by Texas State University and a growing population of families who've been priced out of the bigger metros. Goodnight Middle serves that community, but families should go in with eyes open — the school ranks in the lower tiers statewide, with particularly steep challenges in math, and may be a better fit for families who are actively engaged in supplementing academics at home or through tutoring. For parents who prioritize a tight-knit, community-rooted experience over top-of-the-chart test scores, and who are drawn to San Marcos' outdoorsy, affordable lifestyle near the San Marcos River, this school can still be a workable choice with the right support system in place.