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 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
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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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 23, 2025
I'm extremely pleased with staff and students who I see are doing good and love the attention to detail with education. Thank you
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Lamar Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 23, 2025
Besides one I didn't care for last year, all the teachers have been wonderful. The staff clearly care about the kids and I see that every day in the hallways during pick up and drop off. They greet... More
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Brushy Creek Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 23, 2025
Please save yourself money and frustration and look elsewhere for a Spanish class!!! My daughter is taking a supplemental Spanish class that we are paying for and the resources are incredibly old and... More
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Texas Tech High School