2024 Best School Districts in the Houston Area

• Katy, TX•

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  Rating 4.2 out of 5  612 reviews

Junior: My experience at KatyISD has been very rewarding. The high school I go to is very diverse, which feels welcoming towards students of color like me, and there are clubs and opportunities for everyone. Though the general feeling at KatyISD is that the students are kind, you really have to find the right crowd. I have seen many cases of students feeling left out when being new to my district, which I myself went through, but overall most students reach out and welcome you to join them! It has been far better than some of the other districts I have attended in the Houston area.... Read 612 reviews

• grade A+

• Total schools 74

• Students 88,368

• Tomball, TX•

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  Rating 4.21 out of 5  122 reviews

Works Here: I think Tomball ISD is one of the best districts out there. Alike all districts there are things that could be better and things that should change. I am only a sub as of right now but I would love to teach there after I finish school. I think in some instances we are too soft on kids these days, many are catered to hand and foot and i think in order for students to understand and appreciate the things we do they need more of a firm hand. They need to know that not everyone is going to cater to them and they need to learn to self correct instead of the first hand help EVERY time. Of course, I think we should help our students but not to the extent to where they cannot help themselves.... Read 122 reviews

• grade A+

• Total schools 22

• Students 20,262

• Friendswood, TX•

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  Rating 4.04 out of 5  77 reviews

Parent: I have seen my children through elementary, intermediate, middle, and high school in FISD and have had a great experience throughout all. All of the teachers I met truly cared for my kids and got to know them as their own person. They used that knowledge to teach my kids in a way that they could learn the best. There were very few teachers my kids didn’t “like”. My kids genuinely enjoyed their years growing up in the FISD schools. Oh and the high school college prep programs all of the kids benefit from is unlike anything I’ve seen offered in other schools, including the private schools I attended as a child.... Read 77 reviews

• grade A+

• Total schools 6

• Students 6,180

• Pearland, TX•

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  Rating 4.22 out of 5  179 reviews

Alum: I was able to graduate with my associate’s degree, as well as my high school diploma. I am very grateful for the opportunities that were offered to me, the academic advisors and teachers who helped get me where I am, and to God for helping me get through the program. My high school cared deeply about the students and tried to make them feel special in many ways by offering fun events to participate in, as well as gifting us food/gift cards to our favorite restaurants. It is evident how much time and effort goes into the students and faculty at Pearland High School.... Read 179 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 23

• Students 21,007

• League City, TX•

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  Rating 4.24 out of 5  303 reviews

Senior: I have been in the Clear Creek Independent School district for my entire life. Overall my experience has been positive. I love that I still have relationships with my elementary school teachers, and I often go back to help them in their classroom. I know that even as I continue on to college, I will keep in touch with many of my teachers. As I have gone through high school I have noticed that CCISD does not spend their money fairly. I am a diver at Clear Springs high school that is signed to the University of Utah, yet our program is not supported. Our diving boards have not been replaced since the school has opened, which makes it a severe safety hazard meanwhile football receives brand new gear every year.... Read 303 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 46

• Students 40,832

• Conroe, TX•

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  Rating 4.18 out of 5  262 reviews

Parent: Overall, Conroe ISD is a great district that is growing fast. My girls love their school and enjoy all the extracurriculars that are available to them. My Daughter just started first grade this year. She has a dairy allergy and the Child Nutrition department was easy to work with to make sure they are able to feed her and not let her feel left out because of it!... Read 262 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 64

• Students 67,761

• Houston, TX•

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  Rating 4.15 out of 5  563 reviews

Senior: I have been educated within the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District since Pre-Kindergarten. I would would say my overall experience was extordinary and profound. There was a vast amount of diversity around the entirey of the school. The extracuriccular activities were accumulated to students commons of instrests and values. Throughout my educational journey the faculy and staff was exceptional, I was assured that they put forth more consideration in my education than I did. The learning curriculum within their Middle Schools could use some reconstruction; it was seculry fendemental. During my years of middle school, it fell as though I was being taught them same material I was in school; except my Math courses. And I was until I started attending highschool I felt that dramatic change in education that I should have recieve in middle school. Excluding that wedge in my experience CFISD has excelled my thought process, my views on the world and readiness for college.... Read 563 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 90

• Students 117,217

• Sugar Land, TX•

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  Rating 3.79 out of 5  47 reviews

Senior: Harmony public schools are an amazing school district! The schools provide students with an abundant amount of STEM programs! Overall school environment is always clean and well maintained! The Staff and teachers are friendly and easy to approach! Students are always challenged to different real life problems in class. Students are also college-ready by their graduation year And have extra guidance with college counselors. Teachers are always open for office hours as well. As a student in Harmony Public Schools, my experiences in school and after school have been very good. The academic Curriculum is indeed challenging and involves real world problems. Electives are primarily STEM-based, and shadows a few careers in STEM. Clubs and activities (such as newspaper club, HOSA, NHS, robotics) are entertaining and interesting to be involved in! Students are taught to be leaders and respectful peers with each other. Parents are always involved and informed with school announcements and news... Read 47 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 6

• Students 4,092

• Deer Park, TX•

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  Rating 4.26 out of 5  223 reviews

Senior: I love Deer Park High School. It is a very welcoming school. Some of my best experiences here are meeting new people and building bonds with others. Another experience here that I liked are all the sports they have to offer. I did cheer, cross country, and track. I also really enjoyed the clubs they have and the ones I was involved in. I was involved in National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, Spanish Club, Pals, and Best Buddies. There are many things to do at this school and they make sure everyone is involved. Some of my bad experiences, would be the rules always changing. The teachers here are wonderful, but they are always picky. As much as some students here are wonderful, some can be very rude. I would consider that to be my worst experience here.... Read 223 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 14

• Students 12,345

• Humble, TX•

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  Rating 4.19 out of 5  218 reviews

Alum: My experience with the Humble Independent School District was wonderful as a high school student. Compared to Houston ISD, the size comparisons are beyond different. Attending a smaller school district made my high school career easier;there was more funding towards the schools, teachers took their jobs seriously and not treated it as a daycare for young adults, the environment of the school district is diverse; Humble ISD has many great attributes and using 1000 characters isn’t enough to express my experience here. The district takes pride in their students wellbeing and the community’s as well. When covid occurred in 2020 the district gave out free meals to every student in their district and to their parents as well, each year there is a Christmas parade which allows each school to participate, and Humble ISD even allow the community and students too vote on how their students calendar should be, because of this students get a week off in October and February. This district CARES!... Read 218 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 49

• Students 48,112

• Sugar Land, TX•

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  Rating 4.14 out of 5  741 reviews

Parent: Fort Bend is an exceptional school district. The district currently has 82 campuses: 11 high schools, 15 middle schools, 51 elementary campuses and 5 specialty schools.The schools have some of the best teachers in the state. The administration is supportive of its teachers and students. Fort Bend ISD has a very diverse community of students from varying backgrounds and cultures. The teachers are highly qualified and care about the success of each and every student. Fort Bend ISD has continue to produce excellent graduates that graduate in to every industry. The profile of graduate adopted by Fort Bend ISD is exemplified in every student. Fort Bend ISD graduates demonstrate confidence while maintaining a humble and kind demeanor; prioritizing the needs of others while accepting responsibility for themselves and are accountable for their own actions; are optimistic and strive to bring out the best in others. Currently, the student-to-teacher ration higher than the state average, at 15:1.... Read 741 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 86

• Students 77,545

• Katy, TX•

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  6 reviews

Alum: I liked the kind and helpful teachers that Calvin Nelms Charter Schools employs. Their curriculum and the way they teach always manages to help you feel involved. There were countless opportunities to achieve like dual credit, getting CPR certified, and other things. However, since the school is small, there were not any music classes like band and choir. They also have a very strict no touching policy, which seems a bit silly at times when you're hanging out with your friends (not just because of COVID). I also wish they would have had AP classes.... Read 6 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 2

• Students 313

• Houston, TX•

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  Rating 4.15 out of 5  149 reviews

Alum: SBISD has demonstrated a commitment to providing a quality education and fostering a supportive learning environment for students. The teachers and staff are dedicated, and there are a variety of extracurricular activities and programs available to the students. The district's emphasis on innovation, technology integration, and community has also been commendable. However, there is always room for improvement, such as enhancing communication between the district and parents and addressing any potential issues with resource allocation. Nonetheless, my experience with Spring Branch Independent School District has been largely positive and I have made many life long friends within it.... Read 149 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 49

• Students 33,545

• Klein, TX•

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  Rating 4.35 out of 5  485 reviews

Junior: The best parts of my high school experience so far have almost all involved orchestra. I love being apart of the Klein Oak orchestra program. It feels like a second family to me and my friends and directors all make it a safe and fun place where I can be myself. The majority of my high school years, I have had enjoyable teachers. They enjoy teaching their content and they teach it well. I am able to get comfortable with a select number of my teachers which I think helps when trying to find teachers for recommendations later on. And also just forming a good relationship with my teachers made my high school experience so much better. Some of the worst parts I would say it just the fighting that happens in the school. It happens rarely but whenever it does, personally I hate when people crowd around it instead of trying to get help. One thing I would like to see change is the bathrooms in the school since they are prone to breaking. It would be nice for that positive change.... Read 485 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 52

• Students 53,294

• Rosenberg, TX•

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  Rating 3.95 out of 5  220 reviews

Senior: The teachers that I have had are were all amazing. I also have taken Advanced Placement courses since freshman year, which really challenged me. I participated in our school's cheer team which was a great way to branch out and meet new people! Overall, I fairly enjoyed my experience with the schools and school district, I just wish the students themselves were more inclusive to others.... Read 220 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 44

• Students 39,579

• Montgomery, TX•

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  Rating 4.24 out of 5  71 reviews

Alum: Montgomery high school was like a well rounded family. It had its parents (teachers), it’s sometimes annoying but fun siblings (peers), and yes even a class pet. Montgomery high school really helped me grow in the academic aspect and gave many opportunities for me to grow as an athlete! The only reason I have as many opportunities to go to college as I do is because of the exposure you get from being a part of Montgomery high school and it’s a huge legacy.... Read 71 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 11

• Students 9,343

• Alvin, TX•

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  Rating 3.92 out of 5  119 reviews

Sophomore: My overall experince with Alivin Independent School District was great, i went to four schools of the district and my experince at each school was nice at each school there where different oppertunities. I would like a little bit more freedom and excitement, there was not a lot of school events and dress code i think was to strict and applied to only female students even for teachers there was not a lot freedom. I think Alvin isd should try to make school days more fun for everyone and make it less overwhelming and stressful when it comes to rules.... Read 119 reviews

• grade A

• Total schools 33

• Students 28,085

• Katy, TX•

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  6 reviews

Works Here: Great teachers and staff. Very friendly working environment! I'm very happy to have found this school and look forward to my son attending.... Read 6 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 3

• Students 1,079

• La Porte, TX•

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  Rating 4.12 out of 5  50 reviews

Parent: LPISD is one of the best kept secrets in the Houston area. Let me start by saying last year I had 3 students in 3 different schools; a 4-year-old at the Early Education Center at Heritage Elementary, an 8-year-old in 3rd grade at Rizzuto Elementary, and a 16-year-old at the Academy of Viola Dewalt. Just like my children, each of these schools is unique in its own right, but the culture of the district is cohesive and I attribute that to the communication of leadership from the admin building to the individual campuses. By opening the doors for volunteer programs, corporate partnerships, and family engagement opportunities, we have truly provided much-needed additional support to both students and teachers to help them succeed. Our teachers are second to none at teaching the whole child. Our athletics and fine arts programs are not only great, they just keep getting better (check out our Track and Field and Band records and attend the LPHS musical in the winter!) We love LPISD!... Read 50 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 14

• Students 6,938

• Magnolia, TX•

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  Rating 3.99 out of 5  83 reviews

Sophomore: I would rate Magnolia High School four stars. The best part of the school is definitely the accessibility to get involved. The school offers a wide range of extracurricular activities and clubs that allow students to connect with their peers. On the contrary, MHS also contains its fair share of troubles. While some teachers at Magnolia High School are truly amazing and make great impacts on their students' lives, other teachers do not share the same characteristics. Certain teachers are less enthusiastic about teaching and sharing their knowledge with the kids. This is evident in their subpar lesson planning. It is sad to see, but again, it is only a select few. Overall, Magnolia High School is a great place for students to spend their high school years.... Read 83 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 17

• Students 13,658

• Houston, TX•

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  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Senior: The school's staff is very supportive to their students regarding their high school career, whether that is inside or outside of school.... Read 1 review

• grade A minus

• Total schools 2

• Students 1,298

• Baytown, TX•

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  Rating 4.08 out of 5  141 reviews

Senior: As a student, my experience with Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District has been nothing short of positive. I have been a student in this district for 4 years and have found the staff to be incredibly supportive of my academic pursuits. One of the most notable positive aspects of Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District is the dedication that the teachers have to their students. They are always willing to answer questions, provide extra help, and offer feedback on assignments. This type of support has been invaluable to me as a student, allowing me to excel academically in ways that I may not have been able to otherwise.... Read 141 reviews

• grade B+

• Total schools 31

• Students 23,908

• Crosby, TX•

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  Rating 4.23 out of 5  43 reviews

Senior: Crosby has been a great district to go to school. I have truly enjoyed the teachers, staff and facilities as they have really been centered around the students. Crosby use to be a small town and had a small ton vibe where the community was fully invested in the schools. There has been an influx of population over the past couple of years, causing crowding in the schools and especially the buses. With this growth has come some violence. I just wish the community would better support the athletics by showing up on game days.... Read 43 reviews

• grade B+

• Total schools 9

• Students 6,480

• Houston, TX•

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  Rating 4 out of 5  10 reviews

Sophomore: Harmony Public Schools in my area (I've attended 3 of them- Excellence, Achievement, and currently in Discovery) have given me the opportunity to build a strong foundation and grow on top of it in specialized fields chosen in accordance with my interests. The staff is cooperative and encouraging, and there is a perfect balance of guidance/individualism in their learning environment! They could use some work on general student culture, but as a lifetime student here, I've found that they are progessively getting better in that area!... Read 10 reviews

• grade B+

• Total schools 9

• Students 5,896

• Houston, TX•

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  Rating 4.16 out of 5  175 reviews

Junior: I love my school district Galena Park ISD! The best part about it is all the diversity in the district along with the welcoming feeling you get being in a GPISD school. Another amazing thing about GPISD is that every student has a good relationship with at least one teacher. My worst experience in GPISD was in 2020 when Covid-19 hit because I found learning online difficult. I would like for there to be more rules that students should follow regarding the dress code. Another bad thing about Galena Park is that they lack experienced and knowledgeable teachers and staff.... Read 175 reviews

• grade B+

• Total schools 25

• Students 21,431