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6.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Celina, Texas

8 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other

Public: 8
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.2/10
Estimated Scores: 14%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.2/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$166,064

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$471,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
56%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
33 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
93%

Of occupied housing units

How Celina compares

Texas rank

#480 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.1

below Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$166k

224% of Texas median

Schools in this city

7

About Schools in Celina, Texas

Celina, Texas is home to 8 schools, including 8 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Celina show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Celina is Early Childhood School with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Celina is served by 2 school districts: CELINA ISD, PROSPER ISD. These districts collectively serve 33,044 students.

Celina's community shows 56% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $166,064. The poverty rate in the area is 4.7%.

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 (4) Middle (1) High (1)
Filter by Type: All Types (8) Public (8)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (8) Academics (8) Growth (5) Resources (7)
Filter by ZIP: 75009 (8)

Elementary Schools

4 schools
# School Rating
1
O'DELL EL
801 students · Kindergarten–5th 		6.9
2
SAM JOHNSON EL
615 students · Pre-K–5th 		6.8
3
MARCY B LYKINS EL
809 students · Kindergarten–5th 		5.2
4
LIGHT FARMS EL
1,015 students · Pre-K–5th 		4.6

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
JERRY & LINDA MOORE MIDDLE
1,036 students · 6th–8th 		6.1

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
CELINA H S
1,176 students · 9th–12th 		6.7

Other Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL
185 students · Pre-K–Pre-K 		6.9
2
COLLIN CO J J A E P
1 students · 11th–11th 		—

Schools in Celina

Celina, Texas · 8 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$166,064

Median Home Value

$471,300

Median Rent

$2,134/mo

Population

30,257

College Educated

56%

Homeownership

93%

Avg Commute

33 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Community Profile

Celina has a median household income of $166,064. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $471,300, with a median rent of $2,134/month. The local poverty rate of 4.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Texas
Total Schools
8
Elementary
4
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
2
Avg Rating
6.2/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Celina schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Celina 📊 Niche Celina Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School Districts (2)

CELINA ISD

7 schools · 4,577 students

PROSPER ISD

27 schools · 28,467 students

Nearby Cities

Prosper (19 schools)
5 mi
Mckinney (52 schools)
9 mi
Gunter (3 schools)
10 mi
Frisco (82 schools)
11 mi
Melissa (6 schools)
11 mi
Aubrey (12 schools)
11 mi
Anna (8 schools)
11 mi
Van Alstyne (5 schools)
13 mi
Allen (32 schools)
14 mi
Fairview (2 schools)
14 mi
Little Elm (11 schools)
14 mi
Tioga (1 school)
15 mi
Pilot Point (5 schools)
14 mi
Cross Roads (1 school)
15 mi
Oak Point (2 schools)
15 mi

Other Major Cities in Texas

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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 Celina, Texas

How many schools are in Celina, Texas?

Celina has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Celina, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Celina is 6.2 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Celina on MySchoolScout is Early Childhood School with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Celina, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Celina on MySchoolScout is O'dell EL with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best middle school in Celina, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Celina on MySchoolScout is Jerry & Linda Moore Middle with a composite score of 6.1/10.

What is the best high school in Celina, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Celina on MySchoolScout is Celina H S with a composite score of 6.7/10.

How many school districts serve Celina, Texas?

Celina is served by 2 school districts: Celina ISD, Prosper ISD.

What is the education level in Celina, Texas?

According to Census data, 56% of adults in Celina have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Celina, Texas?

The median household income in Celina is approximately $166,064 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Celina is 14.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Celina, 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.