15,075
Preschools
8,808
Elementary Schools
4,232
Middle Schools
3,497
High Schools
8,238
Public District Schools
1,005
Public Charter Schools
11,717
Private Schools
20,960
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
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
May 31, 2024
Not a safe space for kids diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. My third grader transferred in having no previous issues in other public schools. Immediately the school psychologist set out to... More
Review for
Twain Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 31, 2024
The information on this school is outdated on this website.
This school is wonderful. The teachers, staff, and administrators care immensely about the students.
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Legacy Christian Academy
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 31, 2024
Bad food, 5th grade teachers are the worse. Zero activities for Students. Deprived from social events and recess.
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China Elementary School