15,094
Preschools
8,864
Elementary Schools
4,362
Middle Schools
3,559
High Schools
8,437
Public District Schools
1,101
Public Charter Schools
11,571
Private Schools
21,117
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Texas based on a variety of measures. 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 | 123 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?
Parent / Guardian
September 13, 2025
In the end of the school year party in 2024, they had water slide. My daughter's leg got hurt when she told the teacher the teacher told her to sit aside so she's not blocking others.
They never told... More
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Connally Primary School
Parent / Guardian
September 13, 2025
Nepotism and bullying is high in this district. If you are a big name in town/work for the school district, your child will be favored. The teacher turn over rate is also pretty continuous even though... More
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Danbury Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
September 13, 2025
I used to be a student at this school. I am Chinese, and every single day, there was at least one racist remark. I was bullied and treated badly almost daily, and none of the teachers or staff helped... More
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Prince of Peace Catholic School