5.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Canutillo, Texas

10 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 10

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.5/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.5/10
Median household income: $42,955
Median home value: $103,200
Bachelor's degree or higher: 12%
Avg commute: 23 min
Owner-occupied homes: 73%

How Canutillo compares

Texas rank

#572 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.7

below Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$43k

58% of Texas median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Canutillo, Texas

Canutillo, Texas is home to 10 schools, including 10 public schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Canutillo show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Canutillo is Northwest Early College H S (nwechs) with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Canutillo is served by 1 school district: CANUTILLO ISD. These districts collectively serve 5,904 students.

Canutillo's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $42,955. The poverty rate in the area is 28.2%.

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

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	JOSE H DAMIAN EL 487 students · Pre-K–5th	487	Pre-K–5th	5.9
2	DEANNA DAVENPORT EL 313 students · Pre-K–5th	313	Pre-K–5th	5.7
3	BILL CHILDRESS EL 381 students · Pre-K–5th	381	Pre-K–5th	5.7
4	CONGRESSMAN SILVESTRE & CAROLINA SCHOOL 580 students · Pre-K–5th	580	Pre-K–5th	5.6
5	GONZALO AND SOFIA GARCIA EL 458 students · Pre-K–5th	458	Pre-K–5th	4.4
6	CANUTILLO EL 494 students · Pre-K–5th	494	Pre-K–5th	4.2

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	JOSE J ALDERETE MIDDLE 561 students · 6th–8th	561	6th–8th	6.5
2	CANUTILLO MIDDLE 718 students · 6th–8th	718	6th–8th	4.5

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	NORTHWEST EARLY COLLEGE H S (NWECHS) 371 students · 9th–12th	371	9th–12th	6.7
2	CANUTILLO H S 1,541 students · 9th–12th	1,541	9th–12th	6.1

Schools in Canutillo

Canutillo, Texas · 10 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$42,955

Median Home Value

$103,200

Median Rent

$921/mo

Population

12,289

College Educated

12%

Homeownership

73%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

28.2%

Community Profile

Canutillo has a median household income of $42,955. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $103,200, with a median rent of $921/month. The area has a poverty rate of 28.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 10
Elementary: 6
Middle: 2
High: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.5/10

Resources

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School District

CANUTILLO ISD

10 schools · 5,904 students

Nearby Cities

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San Elizario (6 schools)

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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 Canutillo, Texas

How many schools are in Canutillo, Texas?

Canutillo has 10 schools, including 10 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Canutillo, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Canutillo is 5.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Canutillo on MySchoolScout is Northwest Early College H S (nwechs) with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Canutillo, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Canutillo on MySchoolScout is Jose H Damian EL with a composite score of 5.9/10.

What is the best middle school in Canutillo, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Canutillo on MySchoolScout is Jose J Alderete Middle with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What is the best high school in Canutillo, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Canutillo on MySchoolScout is Northwest Early College H S (nwechs) with a composite score of 6.7/10.

How many school districts serve Canutillo, Texas?

Canutillo is served by 1 school district: Canutillo ISD.

What is the education level in Canutillo, Texas?

According to Census data, 12% of adults in Canutillo have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Canutillo, Texas?

The median household income in Canutillo is approximately $42,955 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Canutillo is 14.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Canutillo, 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.