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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Parent / Guardian
April 30, 2025
As a parent of three of my children that attended compass rose legacy. I would advise for you to run as far as you can away from this school. Everything they say and promote is a complete LIE. They do... More
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Compass Rose Legacy Elementary School
Current student
April 30, 2025
THIS SCHOOL IS ABSOLUTELY HORRENDOUS, NOT NICE PEOPLE, MUCH PROFANITY USED IN THIS SCHOOL, but the teachers are nice (SOME TEACHERS ARE ABSOLUTELY HORRIBLE)
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Mark Twain Dual Language Academy
Current student
April 30, 2025
This school was horrible for me. I became depressed didn't feel comfortable in my own body and felt like an outcast. The teachers don't help at all. If you get into beef they make you talk it out like... More
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Young Women's Leadership Academy