8.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Booker, Texas

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.9/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.9/10
Median household income: $69,236
Median home value: $144,000
Bachelor's degree or higher: 22%
Owner-occupied homes: 79%

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 8.9 out of 10, schools in Booker perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Booker is Kirksey EL with a composite score of 9.8/10, 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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	KIRKSEY EL 171 students · Pre-K–5th	171	Pre-K–5th	9.8

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	BOOKER JH/H S 161 students · 6th–12th	161	6th–12th	8.0

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.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.9/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Booker schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Booker 📊 Niche Booker Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

BOOKER ISD

2 schools · 332 students

Nearby Cities

Darrouzett (1 school)

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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 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 8.9 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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 9.8/10.

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 9.8/10.

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 8.0/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.