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 28, 2024
Ms Maria and Montessori Villa have been absolutely amazing. I have two children who both started around the age of 3. I trust this team whole-heartedly. They watched and listened to my children and... More
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Montessori Villa of The Woodlands
Parent / Guardian
May 27, 2024
Fabulous school a s teachers growing out child confidently in school.
Review for
Davis Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 27, 2024
This school is so terrible, the amount of racism and homophobia is SOOO BAD. The girl coaches in athletics are really sexist towards the boys but just walking down the hallways makes me feel unsafe... More
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Florence W Stiles Middle School