Best Schools in Benavides, Texas
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Benavides Secondary
High · Benavides ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Benavides EL
Elementary · Benavides ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$86,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$86,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +12.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Benavides schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Benavides
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Benavides Secondary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Benavides EL | 5.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $44,750
- Median home value
- $86,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 54%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Benavides compares
Median household income
$45k
60% of Texas median
About Schools in Benavides, Texas
Benavides, Texas 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 6.1 out of 10, schools in Benavides show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Benavides is Benavides Secondary with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Benavides is served by 1 school district: BENAVIDES ISD. These districts collectively serve 445 students.
Benavides's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $44,750. The poverty rate in the area is 21.9%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 95 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 112 students · 6th–12th | 6.7 |
Schools in Benavides
Benavides, Texas · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$44,750
Median Home Value
$86,700
Median Rent
$917/mo
Population
1,518
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
54%
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Community Profile
Benavides has a median household income of $44,750. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $86,700, with a median rent of $917/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Benavides, Texas
How many schools are in Benavides, Texas?
Benavides has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Benavides, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Benavides is 6.1 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 Benavides, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Benavides on MySchoolScout is Benavides Secondary with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Benavides, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Benavides on MySchoolScout is Benavides EL with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in Benavides, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Benavides on MySchoolScout is Benavides Secondary with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Benavides, Texas?
Benavides is served by 1 school district: Benavides ISD.
What is the education level in Benavides, Texas?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Benavides have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Benavides, Texas?
The median household income in Benavides is approximately $44,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Benavides, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Benavides is 9.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Benavides, 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.