15,076
Preschools
8,807
Elementary Schools
4,231
Middle Schools
3,496
High Schools
8,237
Public District Schools
1,006
Public Charter Schools
11,716
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
March 28, 2024
Our daughter has thrived at Valor Education South Austin for nearly six years. She started in 5th grade, and she is midway through her sophomore year. We’re impressed by the classical curriculum and... More
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Valor South Austin
Parent / Guardian
March 27, 2024
My daughter was enrolled there when she was three and it was horrible. My husband at the time had his son there years ago, and the staff and owner were very good to him, so it made sense to send my... More
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Southampton Montessori School
Parent / Guardian
March 27, 2024
Do Not enroll you child/children in this school. The Lower school has a HUGE PROBLEM WITH BULLYING!!!! AND Erica Rodriguez, Kyla Absher DO NOTHING TO STOP IT!!!!!!!!
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Great Hearts Western Hills