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Best Schools in Bonham, Texas

6 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other

Public: 5
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.2/10
Estimated Scores: 20%
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Evans EL

6.3/10

Middle · Bonham ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Rather L H

5.7/10

Middle · Bonham ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Real test data38th percentile Open profile

Bonham H S

5.4/10

High · Bonham ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Real test data33th percentile Open profile

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Bonham for 2026 are Evans EL (6.3/10), Rather L H (5.7/10), and Bonham H S (5.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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

6

5 public · 1 private

Avg Score

5.2

out of 10

Median Home

$207,600

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Evans EL

STAAR proficiency rose +4.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Bonham schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Bonham

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Evans EL 6.3 / 10
2 Rather L H 5.7 / 10
3 Bonham H S 5.4 / 10
4 Finley-oates EL 4.4 / 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
5.2/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$61,265

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$207,600

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
19%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
28 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
69%

Of occupied housing units

How Bonham compares

Texas rank

#572 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.0

below Texas avg (6.3)

Median household income

$61k

83% of Texas median

Schools in this city

5

About Schools in Bonham, Texas

Bonham, Texas is home to 6 schools, including 5 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Bonham 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 Bonham is Evans EL with a composite score of 6.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Bonham is served by 1 school district: BONHAM ISD. These districts collectively serve 1,974 students.

Bonham's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,265. The poverty rate in the area is 18.6%.

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 (6) Elementary (2) Middle (2) High (1)
Filter by Type: All Types (6) Public (5) Private (1)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (6) Academics (5) Growth (4) Diversity (4) Resources (5)
Filter by ZIP: 75418 (6)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
Finley-oates EL
546 students · Kindergarten–3rd 		4.4
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
Morning Star Academy Private
11 students · Pre-K–1st 		—

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
Evans EL
402 students · 4th–6th 		6.3
2
Rather L H
275 students · 7th–8th 		5.7

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Bonham H S
560 students · 9th–12th 		5.4

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Bailey Inglish Early Childhood Center
191 students · Pre-K–Pre-K 		4.3

Schools in Bonham

Bonham, Texas · 6 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$61,265

Median Home Value

$207,600

Median Rent

$1,040/mo

Population

14,685

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

18.6%

Community Profile

Bonham has a median household income of $61,265. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $207,600, with a median rent of $1,040/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.6%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Texas
Elementary
2
Middle
2
High
1
Other
1

Resources

🔍 Google "Bonham schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Bonham 📊 Niche Bonham Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School District

BONHAM ISD

5 schools · 1,974 students

Nearby Cities

Ector (2 schools)
5 mi
Dodd City (1 school)
6 mi
Savoy (2 schools)
10 mi
Ivanhoe (2 schools)
13 mi
Leonard (4 schools)
14 mi
Bells (3 schools)
13 mi
Whitewright (3 schools)
14 mi
Trenton (3 schools)
15 mi
Wolfe City (3 schools)
17 mi
Lewisville (1 school)
16 mi
Honey Grove (3 schools)
16 mi
Ladonia (1 school)
18 mi
Celeste (3 schools)
21 mi
Tom Bean (3 schools)
18 mi
Blue Ridge (3 schools)
23 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Bonham, Texas

How many schools are in Bonham, Texas?

Bonham has 6 schools, including 5 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Bonham, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bonham is 5.2 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 Bonham, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Bonham on MySchoolScout is Evans EL with a composite score of 6.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Bonham, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Bonham on MySchoolScout is Finley-oates EL with a composite score of 4.4/10.

What is the best middle school in Bonham, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Bonham on MySchoolScout is Evans EL with a composite score of 6.3/10.

What is the best high school in Bonham, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Bonham on MySchoolScout is Bonham H S with a composite score of 5.4/10.

How many school districts serve Bonham, Texas?

Bonham is served by 1 school district: Bonham ISD.

What is the education level in Bonham, Texas?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Bonham have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Bonham, Texas?

The median household income in Bonham is approximately $61,265 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Bonham, Texas?

Yes, Bonham has 1 private school alongside 5 public schools.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bonham is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bonham, 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.