Best Schools in Alvin, Texas
34 schools · 20 Elementary · 8 Middle · 4 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Alvin?
Use this page to compare every school in Alvin by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Shirley Dill Brothers EL
Elementary · Alvin ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Pomona EL
Elementary · Alvin ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Glenn York EL
Elementary · Alvin ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Alvin for 2026 are Shirley Dill Brothers EL (9.1/10), Pomona EL (9.0/10), and Glenn York EL (8.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 31 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
34
33 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$218,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
34
33 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$218,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.6/10 despite 69% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.5 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Alvin schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +12.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Alvin schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Alvin
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (31 of 34). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shirley Dill Brothers EL | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Pomona EL | 9.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Glenn York EL | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Bel Nafegar Sanchez EL | 8.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Dr Ronald E Mcnair J H | 8.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Mary Burks Marek EL | 8.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Laura Ingalls Wilder EL | 8.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Bob and Betty Nelson EL | 8.0 / 10 |
| 9 | Nolan Ryan J H | 7.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Meridiana EL | 7.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $77,015
- Median home value
- $218,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
48% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Alvin compares
Texas rank
#259 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above Texas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$77k
104% of Texas median
Schools in this city
33
About Schools in Alvin, Texas
Alvin, Texas offers parents a public school landscape that skews toward the stronger end of the spectrum. The city's 32 ranked public schools carry an average score of 6.8 out of 10 — and 18 of those schools, or 56%, clear the 7-point threshold, meaning more than half the options here land in above-average territory.
At the top of the rankings sits Glenn York Elementary at 8.4 out of 10, the highest-performing school in the city. It's followed closely by Don Jeter Elementary, Pomona Elementary, and Shadow Creek High School, all scoring 8.1. Manvel High School rounds out the top five at 7.8. The fact that two high schools crack the top five is a meaningful signal — strong elementary performance that follows through to graduation-level academics is not a given in every market, and Alvin delivers it here.
The elementary tier is particularly competitive. Three of the five top-ranked schools are elementaries, which matters for families planting roots and thinking in 10-year horizons. Parents with kids just entering the system have access to options that would perform well against suburban peers in much larger metro areas.
For families researching where to buy or rent, the 56% above-average rate translates to a practical advantage: a majority of attendance zones in this city will land your child in a school that outperforms the national midpoint. That said, the city average of 6.8 also means roughly a third of schools score meaningfully below that top cluster. Address-level research still matters — checking a specific school's score before committing to a neighborhood is the move, especially for families with less flexibility on school choice or transfer options.
Alvin sits within Alvin ISD, and the district's breadth across the 32 ranked schools reflects a growing suburban corridor where newer schools like Pomona Elementary and Shadow Creek High School have entered the rankings at strong positions. Parents who prioritize both elementary foundation and high school outcomes will find legitimate options here without having to look far.
Elementary Schools
20 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 680 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.1 |
| 2 | 782 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.0 |
| 3 | 802 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 |
| 4 | 769 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 |
| 5 | 730 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 6 | 747 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
| 7 | 664 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
| 8 | 786 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 9 | 722 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 |
| 10 | 452 students · 3rd–5th | 7.3 |
Show all 20 elementary schools in Alvin
Middle Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,021 students · 6th–8th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 795 students · 6th–8th | 7.8 |
| 3 | 832 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
| 4 | 927 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 |
| 5 | 793 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 |
| 6 | 797 students · 6th–8th | 6.7 |
| 7 | 775 students · 6th–8th | 5.5 |
| 8 | 748 students · 6th–8th | 5.4 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,582 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 2,540 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
| 3 | 120 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 |
| 4 | 2,763 students · 8th–12th | 5.7 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,312 students · 9th–11th | — | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Living Stones Christian School
Private
179 students · Pre-K–11th | 6.9 | ||
Schools in Alvin
Alvin, Texas · 34 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$77,015
Median Home Value
$218,100
Median Rent
$1,213/mo
Population
51,984
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Community Profile
Alvin has a median household income of $77,015. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $218,100, with a median rent of $1,213/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 20
- Middle
- 8
- High
- 4
- Other
- 2
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Texas
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Alvin, Texas
How many schools are in Alvin, Texas?
Alvin has 34 schools, including 33 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Alvin, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Alvin is 6.8 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 Alvin, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Alvin on MySchoolScout is Shirley Dill Brothers EL with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Alvin, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Alvin on MySchoolScout is Shirley Dill Brothers EL with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Alvin, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Alvin on MySchoolScout is Dr Ronald E Mcnair J H with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best high school in Alvin, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Alvin on MySchoolScout is Shadow Creek H S with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Alvin, Texas?
Alvin is served by 1 school district: Alvin ISD.
What is the education level in Alvin, Texas?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Alvin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Alvin, Texas?
The median household income in Alvin is approximately $77,015 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Alvin, Texas?
Yes, Alvin has 1 private school alongside 33 public schools. The top-rated private school is Living Stones Christian School with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Alvin, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Alvin is 15.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Alvin, Texas?
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 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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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.