6.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Center, Texas

6 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 6

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Estimated Scores: 17%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.6/10
Median household income: $54,007
Median home value: $118,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 14%
Avg commute: 20 min
Owner-occupied homes: 77%

How Center compares

Texas rank

#370 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.4

above Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$54k

73% of Texas median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Center, Texas

Center, Texas is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Center show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Center is Center Middle with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Center is served by 2 school districts: CENTER ISD, EXCELSIOR ISD. These districts collectively serve 2,511 students.

Center's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $54,007. The poverty rate in the area is 21.7%.

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 (6) Elementary (3) Middle (1) High (2)

Filter by Type: All Types (6) Public (6)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (6) Academics (6) Growth (4) Resources (6)

Filter by ZIP: 75935 (6)

Elementary Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	CENTER EL 529 students · 3rd–5th	529	3rd–5th	7.6
2	EXCELSIOR EL 77 students · Pre-K–8th	77	Pre-K–8th	6.4
3	F L MOFFETT PRI 677 students · Pre-K–2nd	677	Pre-K–2nd	5.8

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	CENTER MIDDLE 492 students · 6th–8th	492	6th–8th	9.1

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	CENTER H S 685 students · 9th–12th	685	9th–12th	6.1
2	ROUGHRIDER ACADEMY 51 students · 9th–12th	51	9th–12th	4.8

Schools in Center

Center, Texas · 6 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$54,007

Median Home Value

$118,100

Median Rent

$935/mo

Population

12,651

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

21.7%

Community Profile

Center has a median household income of $54,007. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $118,100, with a median rent of $935/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 6
Elementary: 3
Middle: 1
High: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Resources

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School Districts (2)

CENTER ISD

5 schools · 2,434 students

EXCELSIOR ISD

1 school · 77 students

Nearby Cities

Shelbyville (1 school)

Martinsville (1 school)

15 mi

Joaquin (1 school)

16 mi

San Augustine (2 schools)

Nacogdoches (15 schools)

27 mi

Broaddus (1 school)

32 mi

Mt. Enterprise (2 schools)

29 mi

Beckville (2 schools)

34 mi

Other Major Cities in Texas

Top metros statewide by school count.

Houston 899 schools San Antonio 616 schools Dallas 480 schools Austin 339 schools Fort Worth 288 schools

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 Center, Texas

How many schools are in Center, Texas?

Center has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Center, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Center is 6.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Center on MySchoolScout is Center Middle with a composite score of 9.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Center, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Center on MySchoolScout is Center EL with a composite score of 7.6/10.

What is the best middle school in Center, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Center on MySchoolScout is Center Middle with a composite score of 9.1/10.

What is the best high school in Center, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Center on MySchoolScout is Center H S with a composite score of 6.1/10.

How many school districts serve Center, Texas?

Center is served by 2 school districts: Center ISD, Excelsior ISD.

What is the education level in Center, Texas?

According to Census data, 14% of adults in Center have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Center, Texas?

The median household income in Center is approximately $54,007 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Center is 13.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Center, 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.