15,076
Preschools
8,808
Elementary Schools
4,232
Middle Schools
3,497
High Schools
8,237
Public District Schools
1,006
Public Charter Schools
11,717
Private Schools
20,960
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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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 18, 2024
The teachers in the school are rude and have no respect or trust for students. They put students down in front of their friends, and won't listen to their opinions. They get mad about the most small... More
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British International School of Houston
Current student
April 18, 2024
I hate it, honestly if you have the option, homeschool your children or send them to another school, I once "tripped" my friend and after multiple eyewitnesses and both me and my friend saying I... More
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Armando Chapa Middle School
Parent / Guardian
April 17, 2024
Celina high school is getting expanded with more facilities. School focus mainly on college readiness and put all efforts to provide quality education.
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Celina High School