15,092
Preschools
8,824
Elementary Schools
4,235
Middle Schools
3,500
High Schools
8,234
Public District Schools
1,008
Public Charter Schools
11,736
Private Schools
20,978
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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November 30, 2023
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Canyon Creek Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
November 30, 2023
I cannot decide where to begin, the list of wonderful things about Alex SAnger Preparatory Middle School is endless. The principal, staff and teachers are so engaged and hands on, and the parents are... More
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Alex Sanger Preparatory Middle
Parent / Guardian
November 30, 2023
My child was a student at CLS. We had to move our child bit a different school due to bullying. When you let teachers and administrators know, they just look the other way and nothing is done.... More
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Concordia Lutheran School