15,151
Preschools
8,963
Elementary Schools
4,430
Middle Schools
3,612
High Schools
8,438
Public District Schools
1,101
Public Charter Schools
11,687
Private Schools
21,232
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 ӣƵ 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
189,934 students | HOUSTON, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 283 schools -
Dallas Independent School District
141,169 students | DALLAS, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 262 schools -
Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District
118,010 students | HOUSTON, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 91 schools -
Northside Independent School District (NISD)
102,719 students | SAN ANTONIO, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 124 schools -
Katy Independent School District
92,667 students | KATY, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 74 schools
Reviews From Schools in Texas
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Teacher
March 27, 2025
Pillow is a wonderful school and community! Teachers care deeply for their students and go above and beyond to have positive relationships with them and their families. The current school principal... More
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Pillow Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
March 26, 2025
We love Lakeland Christian Academy! My students have been here for 15 years. We have been through the Preschool, Elementary, Middle School and now High School programs. The academics are great with a... More
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Lakeland Christian Academy
Teacher
March 26, 2025
Lakeland Christian is a great school with an emphasis in Christian eduction! Not only are the teachers and staff loving and personal but they are phenomenal at what they do. Our current head of school... More
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Lakeland Christian Academy