Hemphill Middle

Hemphill Middle sits in the heart of deep East Texas, where the Sabine River and the Sabine National Forest give this small town a distinct outdoorsy character that feels a world away from the big cities. The school punches well above its size, with science scores that rank among the stronger programs in the state — a nice fit for families who appreciate hands-on learning in a community where nature is practically in the backyard. It's the kind of tight-knit school where teachers know students by name, making it a solid choice for families who value that small-town, everybody-knows-everybody feel.