5.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Bastrop, Texas

14 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 11

Private: 3

Districts: 3

Avg Rating: 5.4/10

Estimated Scores: 25%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.4/10
Median household income: $86,976
Median home value: $310,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 27%
Avg commute: 31 min
Owner-occupied homes: 70%

How Bastrop compares

Texas rank

#586 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.8

below Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$87k

117% of Texas median

Schools in this city

12

About Schools in Bastrop, Texas

Bastrop, Texas is home to 14 schools, including 11 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Bastrop show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Bastrop is Mina EL with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Bastrop is served by 3 school districts: COMPASS ROSE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, BASTROP ISD, ELGIN ISD. These districts collectively serve 22,325 students.

Bastrop's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $86,976. The poverty rate in the area is 11.9%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (14) Elementary (8) Middle (2) High (3)

Filter by Type: All Types (14) Public (11) Private (3)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (14) Academics (14) Growth (9) Resources (10)

Filter by ZIP: 78602 (14)

Elementary Schools

8 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	MINA EL 758 students · Pre-K–5th	758	Pre-K–5th	7.1
2	COMPASS ROSE HARVEST 462 students · Kindergarten–7th	462	Kindergarten–7th	4.8
3	EMILE EL 586 students · Pre-K–5th	586	Pre-K–5th	4.5
4	BLUEBONNET EL 751 students · Pre-K–5th	751	Pre-K–5th	4.4
5	LOST PINES EL 878 students · Pre-K–5th	878	Pre-K–5th	4.2
Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	CALVARY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Private 82 students · Pre-K–6th	82	Pre-K–6th	Not Rated
2	GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Private 42 students · Pre-K–4th	42	Pre-K–4th	Not Rated
3	BASTROP MONTESSORI Private 3 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	3	Pre-K–Kindergarten	Not Rated

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	BASTROP MIDDLE 882 students · 7th–8th	882	7th–8th	5.6
2	BASTROP INT 416 students · 6th–6th	416	6th–6th	5.6

High Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	COLORADO RIVER COLLEGIATE ACADEMY 222 students · 9th–12th	222	9th–12th	5.9
2	BASTROP H S 1,729 students · 9th–12th	1,729	9th–12th	5.6
3	GENESIS H S 150 students · 9th–12th	150	9th–12th	4.8

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	BASTROP COUNTY JUVENILE BOOT CAMP 1 students · 10th–10th	1	10th–10th	—

Schools in Bastrop

Bastrop, Texas · 14 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$86,976

Median Home Value

$310,300

Median Rent

$1,331/mo

Population

35,786

College Educated

27%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Community Profile

Bastrop has a median household income of $86,976. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $310,300, with a median rent of $1,331/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.9%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 14
Elementary: 8
Middle: 2
High: 3
Districts: 3
Avg Rating: 5.4/10

Resources

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School Districts (3)

COMPASS ROSE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

8 schools · 3,600 students

BASTROP ISD

16 schools · 13,010 students

ELGIN ISD

8 schools · 5,715 students

Nearby Cities

Cedar Creek (4 schools)

Smithville (4 schools)

Del Valle (7 schools)

20 mi

Coupland (1 school)

23 mi

Lewisville (5 schools)

21 mi

Creedmoor (1 school)

23 mi

San Marcos (1 school)

24 mi

Giddings (8 schools)

24 mi

Pflugerville (32 schools)

27 mi

Waelder (1 school)

30 mi

Other Major Cities in Texas

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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 Bastrop, Texas

How many schools are in Bastrop, Texas?

Bastrop has 14 schools, including 11 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Bastrop, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bastrop is 5.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Bastrop, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Bastrop on MySchoolScout is Mina EL with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Bastrop, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Bastrop on MySchoolScout is Mina EL with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Bastrop, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Bastrop on MySchoolScout is Bastrop Middle with a composite score of 5.6/10.

What is the best high school in Bastrop, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Bastrop on MySchoolScout is Colorado River Collegiate Academy with a composite score of 5.9/10.

How many school districts serve Bastrop, Texas?

Bastrop is served by 3 school districts: Compass Rose Public Schools, Bastrop ISD, Elgin ISD.

What is the education level in Bastrop, Texas?

According to Census data, 27% of adults in Bastrop have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Bastrop, Texas?

The median household income in Bastrop is approximately $86,976 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Bastrop, Texas?

Yes, Bastrop has 3 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is Calvary Episcopal School with a score of 7.0/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Bastrop, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bastrop is 14.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bastrop, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.