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7.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Cleburne, Texas

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

Public: 14
Private: 2
Districts: 3
Avg Rating: 7.2/10
Estimated Scores: 15%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
7.2/10

62% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$65,242

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$206,800

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
18%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
28 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
66%

Of occupied housing units

How Cleburne compares

Texas rank

#221 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.0

above Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$65k

88% of Texas median

Schools in this city

13

About Schools in Cleburne, Texas

Cleburne, Texas is home to 16 schools, including 14 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Cleburne perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Cleburne is Santa Fe EL with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Cleburne is served by 3 school districts: UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL, CLEBURNE ISD, JOSHUA ISD. These districts collectively serve 13,611 students.

Cleburne's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,242. The poverty rate in the area is 14.5%.

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 (16) Elementary (8) Middle (3) High (3)
Filter by Type: All Types (16) Public (14) Private (2)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (16) Academics (16) Growth (11) Resources (11)
Filter by ZIP: 76033 (9) 76031 (6)

Elementary Schools

8 schools
# School Rating
1
SANTA FE EL
376 students · Pre-K–4th 		8.8
2
COOKE EL
533 students · Pre-K–4th 		8.5
3
GERARD EL
496 students · Pre-K–4th 		8.0
4
IRVING EL
392 students · Pre-K–4th 		7.5
5
MARTI EL
456 students · Pre-K–4th 		7.4
6
ADAMS EL
371 students · Pre-K–4th 		7.3
7
COLEMAN EL
425 students · Pre-K–4th 		5.3
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
CLEBURNE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private
37 students · Kindergarten–8th 		Not Rated

Middle Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1
AD WHEAT MIDDLE
1,058 students · 7th–8th 		6.9
2
LOWELL SMITH JR INT
985 students · 5th–7th 		6.8
3
J J A E P
1 students · 8th–8th 		—

High Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1
CLEBURNE H S
1,923 students · 9th–12th 		8.4
2
TEAM SCH
66 students · 9th–12th 		7.1
3
CLEARFORK ACADEMY SOUTH
25 students · 8th–12th 		—

Other Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
JOHNSON COUNTY J J A E P
1 students · 10th–11th 		—
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
CLEBURNE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private
95 students · Pre-K–12th 		Not Rated

Schools in Cleburne

Cleburne, Texas · 16 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes

Median Income

$65,242

Median Home Value

$206,800

Median Rent

$1,227/mo

Population

63,712

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

66%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

14.5%

Community Profile

Cleburne has a median household income of $65,242. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $206,800, with a median rent of $1,227/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.5%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Texas
Total Schools
16
Elementary
8
Middle
3
High
3
Districts
3
Avg Rating
7.2/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Cleburne schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Cleburne 📊 Niche Cleburne Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School Districts (3)

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL

18 schools · 509 students

CLEBURNE ISD

12 schools · 7,082 students

JOSHUA ISD

11 schools · 6,020 students

Nearby Cities

Keene (6 schools)
5 mi
Joshua (11 schools)
8 mi
Rio Vista (3 schools)
8 mi
Godley (5 schools)
11 mi
Blum (1 school)
14 mi
Alvarado (6 schools)
13 mi
Burleson (25 schools)
14 mi
Covington (1 school)
14 mi
Grandview (3 schools)
14 mi
Crowley (8 schools)
18 mi
Nemo (1 school)
16 mi
Kopperl (1 school)
20 mi
Everman (9 schools)
20 mi
Venus (5 schools)
18 mi
Itasca (4 schools)
21 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 Cleburne, Texas

How many schools are in Cleburne, Texas?

Cleburne has 16 schools, including 14 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Cleburne, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cleburne is 7.2 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Cleburne on MySchoolScout is Santa Fe EL with a composite score of 8.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Cleburne, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Cleburne on MySchoolScout is Santa Fe EL with a composite score of 8.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Cleburne, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Cleburne on MySchoolScout is Ad Wheat Middle with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best high school in Cleburne, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Cleburne on MySchoolScout is Cleburne H S with a composite score of 8.4/10.

How many school districts serve Cleburne, Texas?

Cleburne is served by 3 school districts: University of Texas University Charter School, Cleburne ISD, Joshua ISD.

What is the education level in Cleburne, Texas?

According to Census data, 18% of adults in Cleburne have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Cleburne, Texas?

The median household income in Cleburne is approximately $65,242 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Cleburne, Texas?

Yes, Cleburne has 2 private schools alongside 14 public schools. The top-rated private school is Cleburne Adventist Christian School with a score of 6.0/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cleburne is 12.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cleburne, 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.