15,075
Preschools
8,809
Elementary Schools
4,233
Middle Schools
3,497
High Schools
8,238
Public District Schools
1,005
Public Charter Schools
11,717
Private Schools
20,960
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Texas based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Texas at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Texas offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Texas
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Houston Independent School District
196,943 students | HOUSTON, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 278 schools -
Dallas Independent School District
145,113 students | DALLAS, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 256 schools -
Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District
114,881 students | HOUSTON, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 90 schools -
Northside Independent School District (NISD)
103,151 students | SAN ANTONIO, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 121 schools -
Katy Independent School District
84,176 students | KATY, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 73 schools
Reviews From Schools in Texas
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Parent / Guardian
June 16, 2024
My son has attended this school for 3 years. In that time, he has grown so much in both academics and in social emotional areas. His teachers have always been great at communicating with me about his... More
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Rolling Meadows Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
June 14, 2024
Since co- vid this school, school-staffs and teachers changed from being involved, interested of student progress. They only have one strategy that get the work done in the paper, it doesn’t matter if... More
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Lamkin Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
June 14, 2024
If your child is struggling, they may or may not get help here depending on who the teacher is and what grade level they are in. There is no consistency. Leadership here is poor. Delays and poor... More
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Arbor Creek Middle School