15,075
Preschools
8,807
Elementary Schools
4,231
Middle Schools
3,497
High Schools
8,238
Public District Schools
1,004
Public Charter Schools
11,717
Private Schools
20,959
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
May 07, 2024
Suchma Elementary is one of the best elementary schools around. We love this school, the teachers, and staff. They go above and beyond every day to create a positive and fun learning environment for... More
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Suchma Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 07, 2024
Amazing school! This is our first year at Grace and our son loves it. The teachers are caring and loving. The academics are robust and it’s been a positive experience for us so far. We would highly... More
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Grace School
Parent / Guardian
May 07, 2024
School staffs and teacher would work with each other to lies to the parents if there's a problem. Principal is careless about parent options or kids.
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Robertson Elementary School