15,181
Preschools
8,981
Elementary Schools
4,535
Middle Schools
3,769
High Schools
8,592
Public District Schools
1,107
Public Charter Schools
11,717
Private Schools
21,416
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 | 284 schools -
Dallas Independent School District
145,113 students | DALLAS, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 265 schools -
Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District
114,881 students | HOUSTON, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 91 schools -
Northside Independent School District (NISD)
103,151 students | SAN ANTONIO, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 124 schools -
Katy Independent School District
84,176 students | KATY, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 74 schools
Reviews From Schools in Texas
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Parent / Guardian
August 26, 2024
good school good teachers and good attention
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Lewis Middle School
Parent / Guardian
August 26, 2024
We are so happy that we made the decision to send our daughter to TKLS. We love everything about the school…the amazing teachers and staff, activities, Christian learning environment, classroom... More
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Trinity Lutheran School
Parent / Guardian
August 26, 2024
My son (K) & daughter (1st) are Autistic. My son has global level 2 developmental delay and my daughter she technically qualified for MENSA in kindergarten. The school has support a support program... More
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Mt Valley Elementary School