6.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Cleveland, Texas

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

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 15

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 6.2/10

Estimated Scores: 27%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.2/10
Median household income: $57,538
Median home value: $144,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 10%
Avg commute: 45 min
Owner-occupied homes: 82%

How Cleveland compares

Texas rank

#468 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.0

above Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$58k

77% of Texas median

Schools in this city

15

About Schools in Cleveland, Texas

Cleveland, Texas is home to 15 schools, including 15 public schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 3 high schools.

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

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

Cleveland is served by 2 school districts: CLEVELAND ISD, TARKINGTON ISD. These districts collectively serve 13,898 students.

Cleveland's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,538. The poverty rate in the area is 21.1%.

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 (15) Elementary (8) Middle (3) High (3)

Filter by Type: All Types (15) Public (15)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (15) Academics (15) Growth (10) Resources (15)

Filter by ZIP: 77327 (15)

Elementary Schools

8 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	TARKINGTON EL 779 students · 1st–5th	779	1st–5th	7.7
2	TARKINGTON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL 186 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	186	Pre-K–Kindergarten	7.5
3	NORTHSIDE EL 1,097 students · Pre-K–5th	1,097	Pre-K–5th	6.9
4	PINE BURR EL 745 students · Pre-K–5th	745	Pre-K–5th	6.5
5	SANTA FE EL 866 students · Pre-K–5th	866	Pre-K–5th	5.8
6	SOUTHSIDE EL 1,052 students · Pre-K–5th	1,052	Pre-K–5th	5.3
7	EASTSIDE EL 877 students · Pre-K–5th	877	Pre-K–5th	5.3
8	COTTONWOOD EL 1,116 students · Pre-K–5th	1,116	Pre-K–5th	4.7

Middle Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	SANTA FE MIDDLE 988 students · 6th–8th	988	6th–8th	6.7
2	TARKINGTON MIDDLE 411 students · 6th–8th	411	6th–8th	6.5
3	CLEVELAND MIDDLE 1,458 students · 6th–8th	1,458	6th–8th	6.0

High Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	FREDERICK A DOUGLASS LEARNING ACADEMY 70 students · 9th–12th	70	9th–12th	7.1
2	CLEVELAND H S 3,592 students · 9th–12th	3,592	9th–12th	5.5
3	TARKINGTON H S 552 students · 9th–12th	552	9th–12th	5.2

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	DISCIPLINARY ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM 109 students · 3rd–12th	109	3rd–12th	6.9

Schools in Cleveland

Cleveland, Texas · 15 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$57,538

Median Home Value

$144,100

Median Rent

$1,001/mo

Population

37,574

College Educated

10%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

45 min

Poverty Rate

21.1%

Community Profile

Cleveland has a median household income of $57,538. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $144,100, with a median rent of $1,001/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 45 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 15
Elementary: 8
Middle: 3
High: 3
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.2/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Cleveland schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Cleveland 📊 Niche Cleveland Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (2)

CLEVELAND ISD

11 schools · 11,970 students

TARKINGTON ISD

4 schools · 1,928 students

Nearby Cities

Splendora (5 schools)

9 mi

Richardson (3 schools)

13 mi

Shepherd (4 schools)

14 mi

New Caney (9 schools)

14 mi

Huffman (4 schools)

17 mi

Kingwood (23 schools)

Coldspring (4 schools)

Lewisville (11 schools)

24 mi

Crosby (9 schools)

27 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 Cleveland, Texas

How many schools are in Cleveland, Texas?

Cleveland has 15 schools, including 15 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Cleveland, Texas?

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

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

The top-ranked school in Cleveland on MySchoolScout is Tarkington EL with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Cleveland, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Cleveland on MySchoolScout is Tarkington EL with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Cleveland, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Cleveland on MySchoolScout is Santa Fe Middle with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best high school in Cleveland, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Cleveland on MySchoolScout is Frederick a Douglass Learning Academy with a composite score of 7.1/10.

How many school districts serve Cleveland, Texas?

Cleveland is served by 2 school districts: Cleveland ISD, Tarkington ISD.

What is the education level in Cleveland, Texas?

According to Census data, 10% of adults in Cleveland have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Cleveland, Texas?

The median household income in Cleveland is approximately $57,538 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cleveland is 15.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cleveland, 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.