Best Schools in Booker, Texas
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Booker by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Kirksey EL
Elementary · Booker ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Booker Jh/h S
High · Booker ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
9.4
out of 10
Median Home
$144,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
9.4
out of 10
Median Home
$144,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +17.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Booker schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Booker
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 | Kirksey EL | 9.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Booker Jh/h S | 9.3 / 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
- 9.4/10
- Median household income
- $69,236
- Median home value
- $144,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Booker compares
Median household income
$69k
93% of Texas median
About Schools in Booker, Texas
Booker, 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 9.4 out of 10, schools in Booker perform strongly 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 Booker is Kirksey EL with a composite score of 9.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Booker is served by 1 school district: BOOKER ISD. These districts collectively serve 332 students.
Booker's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,236. The poverty rate in the area is 14.2%.
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 | 171 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 161 students · 6th–12th | 9.3 |
Schools in Booker
Booker, Texas · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$69,236
Median Home Value
$144,000
Median Rent
$860/mo
Population
1,519
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
79%
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Community Profile
Booker has a median household income of $69,236. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $144,000, with a median rent of $860/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.2%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
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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.
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Common questions about schools in Booker, Texas
How many schools are in Booker, Texas?
Booker has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Booker, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Booker is 9.4 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 Booker, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Booker on MySchoolScout is Kirksey EL with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Booker, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Booker on MySchoolScout is Kirksey EL with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best high school in Booker, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Booker on MySchoolScout is Booker Jh/h S with a composite score of 9.3/10.
How many school districts serve Booker, Texas?
Booker is served by 1 school district: Booker ISD.
What is the education level in Booker, Texas?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Booker have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Booker, Texas?
The median household income in Booker is approximately $69,236 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Booker, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Booker is 8.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Booker, 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.