Best Schools in Altair, Texas
7 schools in the directory · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Altair by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Eagle Lake Int
Elementary · Rice CISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Sheridan EL
Elementary · Rice CISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Garwood EL
Elementary · Rice CISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Altair are Eagle Lake Int (8.1/10), Sheridan EL (7.6/10), and Garwood EL (6.7/10), among 7 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored.
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7 public schools · out of 10
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serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Altair
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (7 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eagle Lake Int | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Sheridan EL | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Garwood EL | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Eagle Lake Pri | 5.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Rice H S | 5.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Rice Jh | 3.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Rice Challenge Academy | 3.3 / 10 |
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About Schools in Altair, Texas
Altair, Texas is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
The 7 public schools in this comparison average 5.8 out of 10 on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-scoring public school in this comparison is Eagle Lake Int with a composite score of 8.1/10.
Altair is served by 1 school district: RICE CISD. These districts collectively serve 1,315 students.
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.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 180 students · 3rd–5th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 81 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.6 |
| 3 | 105 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 |
| 4 | 218 students · Pre-K–2nd | 5.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 268 students · 6th–8th | 3.9 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 356 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
| 2 | 107 students · 9th–12th | 3.3 |
Schools in Altair
Altair, Texas · 7 schools
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Common questions about schools in Altair, Texas
How many schools are in Altair, Texas?
Altair has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Altair, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 7 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Altair is 5.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Altair, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Altair on MySchoolScout is Eagle Lake Int with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Altair, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Altair on MySchoolScout is Eagle Lake Int with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Altair, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Altair on MySchoolScout is Rice Jh with a composite score of 3.9/10.
What is the best high school in Altair, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Altair on MySchoolScout is Rice H S with a composite score of 5.4/10.
How many school districts serve Altair, Texas?
Altair is served by 1 school district: Rice CISD.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Altair, Texas?
Among 7 public schools in Altair that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 15.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Altair, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education sources. Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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