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7.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Houston, Ohio

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.7/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
7.7/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$61,581

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$172,500

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
10%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
94%

Of occupied housing units

How Houston compares

Median household income

$62k

86% of Ohio median

About Schools in Houston, Ohio

Houston, Ohio is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in Houston perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Houston is Hardin Houston Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Houston is served by 1 school district: Hardin-Houston Local. These districts collectively serve 734 students.

Houston's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,581. The poverty rate in the area is 15.0%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Hardin Houston Elementary School
394 students · Kindergarten–6th 		8.7

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Houston High School
340 students · 7th–12th 		6.7

Schools in Houston

Houston, Ohio · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$61,581

Median Home Value

$172,500

Population

1,739

College Educated

10%

Homeownership

94%

Poverty Rate

15.0%

Community Profile

Houston has a median household income of $61,581. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $172,500. The area has a poverty rate of 15.0%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Ohio
Total Schools
2
Elementary
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
7.7/10

Resources

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School District

Hardin-Houston Local

2 schools · 734 students

Nearby Cities

Russia (2 schools)
4 mi
Fort Loramie (2 schools)
7 mi
Covington (3 schools)
9 mi
Piqua (9 schools)
8 mi
Bradford (2 schools)
9 mi
Versailles (3 schools)
8 mi
Minster (2 schools)
11 mi
Sidney (11 schools)
10 mi
Pleasant Hill (2 schools)
13 mi
New Bremen (2 schools)
13 mi
Anna (3 schools)
13 mi
Maria Stein (2 schools)
14 mi
Troy (13 schools)
15 mi
New Knoxville (2 schools)
17 mi
Casstown (3 schools)
16 mi

Other Major Cities in Ohio

Top metros statewide by school count.

Columbus 277 schools Cincinnati 261 schools Cleveland 178 schools Toledo 119 schools Dayton 102 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Houston, Ohio

How many schools are in Houston, Ohio?

Houston has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Houston, Ohio?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Houston is 7.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Houston, Ohio?

The top-ranked school in Houston on MySchoolScout is Hardin Houston Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Houston, Ohio?

The top-ranked elementary school in Houston on MySchoolScout is Hardin Houston Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best high school in Houston, Ohio?

The top-ranked high school in Houston on MySchoolScout is Houston High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.

How many school districts serve Houston, Ohio?

Houston is served by 1 school district: Hardin-houston Local.

What is the education level in Houston, Ohio?

According to Census data, 10% of adults in Houston have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Houston, Ohio?

The median household income in Houston is approximately $61,581 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Houston, Ohio?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Houston is 16.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Houston, Ohio?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Ohio Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.