15,094
Preschools
8,865
Elementary Schools
4,364
Middle Schools
3,561
High Schools
8,438
Public District Schools
1,102
Public Charter Schools
11,571
Private Schools
21,118
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
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Current student
June 15, 2025
I go to cedar creek middle school and there was a lot of fights but other then That it is a good school and teachers really help a lot
Review for
Cedar Creek Middle School
Current student
June 14, 2025
DO NOT SEND YOUR KIDS TO THIS SCHOOL!!!! I'm a 15 year old with autism and I had a horrible first year here, the school admins do nothing about bullying, you'd have a better chance at telling them to... More
Review for
Wakeland High School
Parent / Guardian
June 14, 2025
PTAA has been great for our kids. We love the teachers, the administrative staff, and how they welcome parent involvement. This is our third year at PTAA and I am also a substitute teacher there. Both... More