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 26, 2024
I am an Alumni of Princeton. 3 of my children have attended and graduated from PHS. When I was school the city population was roughly 1500 people and we were 2A. Now the city is at 25,000 with... More
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Princeton High School
Parent / Guardian
May 26, 2024
There’s a reason this place has a high student and teacher turnover rate. The director talks a good game, she’s charismatic and will tell you everything you want to hear. When it comes to follow... More
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Lake Travis STEM Academy
Parent / Guardian
May 26, 2024
To honestly place a review on a school can be difficult due to the fact that there's backlash with speaking up and speaking out. I may not keep my child at this school for the upcoming year because... More
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Idea Mays Academy