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6.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Carthage, Texas

8 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other

Public: 7
Private: 1
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.9/10
Estimated Scores: 29%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.9/10

71% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$63,960

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$150,400

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
20%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
24 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
76%

Of occupied housing units

How Carthage compares

Texas rank

#303 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.7

above Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$64k

86% of Texas median

Schools in this city

7

About Schools in Carthage, Texas

Carthage, Texas is home to 8 schools, including 7 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Carthage show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Carthage is Carthage J H with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Carthage is served by 2 school districts: PANOLA CHARTER SCHOOL, CARTHAGE ISD. These districts collectively serve 2,767 students.

Carthage's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,960. The poverty rate in the area is 10.5%.

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 (8) Elementary (2) Middle (2) High (3)
Filter by Type: All Types (8) Public (7) Private (1)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (8) Academics (8) Growth (5) Resources (6)
Filter by ZIP: 75633 (8)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
LIBBY EL
383 students · 2nd–3rd 		7.5
2
CARTHAGE PRI
501 students · Pre-K–1st 		5.7

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
CARTHAGE J H
374 students · 7th–8th 		7.7
2
BAKER-KOONCE INT
552 students · 4th–6th 		7.5

High Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1
CARTHAGE H S
788 students · 9th–12th 		7.6
2
PANOLA EARLY COLLEGE H S
47 students · 8th–12th 		7.0
3
PANOLA CS
29 students · 9th–12th 		—

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private
35 students · Pre-K–12th 		Not Rated

Schools in Carthage

Carthage, Texas · 8 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$63,960

Median Home Value

$150,400

Median Rent

$774/mo

Population

12,999

College Educated

20%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Community Profile

Carthage has a median household income of $63,960. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $150,400, with a median rent of $774/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.5%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Texas
Total Schools
8
Elementary
2
Middle
2
High
3
Districts
2
Avg Rating
6.9/10

Resources

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School Districts (2)

PANOLA CHARTER SCHOOL

3 schools · 169 students

CARTHAGE ISD

5 schools · 2,598 students

Nearby Cities

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9 mi
Beckville (2 schools)
9 mi
Tenaha (1 school)
16 mi
Tatum (4 schools)
15 mi
Timpson (1 school)
17 mi
Elysian Fields (3 schools)
19 mi
Joaquin (1 school)
22 mi
Marshall (11 schools)
26 mi
Center (6 schools)
27 mi
Mt. Enterprise (2 schools)
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Garrison (4 schools)
28 mi
Hallsville (7 schools)
28 mi
Waskom (3 schools)
28 mi
Henderson (6 schools)
26 mi
Shelbyville (1 school)
32 mi

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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 Carthage, Texas

How many schools are in Carthage, Texas?

Carthage has 8 schools, including 7 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Carthage, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carthage is 6.9 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Carthage on MySchoolScout is Carthage J H with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Carthage, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Carthage on MySchoolScout is Libby EL with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best middle school in Carthage, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Carthage on MySchoolScout is Carthage J H with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best high school in Carthage, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Carthage on MySchoolScout is Carthage H S with a composite score of 7.6/10.

How many school districts serve Carthage, Texas?

Carthage is served by 2 school districts: Panola Charter School, Carthage ISD.

What is the education level in Carthage, Texas?

According to Census data, 20% of adults in Carthage have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Carthage, Texas?

The median household income in Carthage is approximately $63,960 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Carthage, Texas?

Yes, Carthage has 1 private school alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Northside Christian Academy with a score of 5.3/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carthage is 14.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carthage, 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.

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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.