Anderson EL
Grades Pre-K–4th · 8.6/10
6.5public avg / 10
Best Schools in Conroe, Texas
49 schools in the directory · 27 Elementary · 9 Middle · 5 High · 8 Other
Public: 36
Private: 13
Districts: 4
Comparable public avg (32): 6.5/10
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Anderson EL
Elementary · Conroe ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Oak Ridge EL
Elementary · Conroe ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Eddie Ruth Lagway EL
Elementary · Willis ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
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Oak Ridge EL
Grades Pre-K–4th · 8.0/10
Eddie Ruth Lagway EL
Grades Kindergarten–5th · 7.9/10
Houston EL
Grades Pre-K–4th · 7.8/10
Runyan EL
Grades Pre-K–4th · 7.8/10
Patterson EL
Grades Pre-K–4th · 7.7/10
Cryar Intermediate
Grades 5th–6th · 7.6/10
San Jacinto EL
Grades Pre-K–4th · 7.6/10
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Conroe are Anderson EL (8.6/10), Oak Ridge EL (8.0/10), and Eddie Ruth Lagway EL (7.9/10), among 32 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored.
Schools
49
36 public · 13 private
Avg Score
6.5
32 public schools · out of 10
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
49
36 public · 13 private
Avg Score
6.5
32 public schools · out of 10
Districts
4
serving the city
Best value · beats the odds
Anderson ELRates 8.6/10 despite 83% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.0 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Conroe public schools in the current comparison.
Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Houser ELSTAAR proficiency rose +14.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Conroe public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Conroe
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (Top 10 of 32 rated schools; 49 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anderson EL | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Oak Ridge EL | 8.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Eddie Ruth Lagway EL | 7.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Houston EL | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Runyan EL | 7.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Patterson EL | 7.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Cryar Intermediate | 7.6 / 10 |
| 8 | San Jacinto EL | 7.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Creighton EL | 7.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Milam EL | 7.5 / 10 |
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About Schools in Conroe, Texas
Conroe, Texas is home to 49 schools, including 36 public schools and 13 private schools. The city's schools span 27 elementary schools, 9 middle schools, and 5 high schools.
The 32 public schools in this comparison average 6.5 out of 10 on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-scoring public school in this comparison is Anderson EL with a composite score of 8.6/10.
Conroe is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 96,341 students.
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.
Elementary Schools
27 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 723 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.6 |
| 2 | 608 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 797 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.9 |
| 4 | 596 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.8 |
| 5 | 705 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.8 |
| 6 | 1,094 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.7 |
| 7 | 612 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.6 |
| 8 | 556 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.5 |
| 9 | 1,005 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.5 |
| 10 | 633 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.4 |
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Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Reaves ELHouser ELWilkinson ELHope ELRice ELSuchma ELGiesinger ELAustin ELConroe Adventist AcademyPrivateThe Grove Community SchoolPrivateSacred Heart Catholic SchoolPrivateLake Conroe Christian AcademyPrivateGlenwood Private SchoolPrivateFirst Baptist AcademyPrivateKanguru Play & Learn LlcPrivateMethodist Day SchoolPrivatePrimrose of ConroePrivate
Middle Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 786 students · 5th–6th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 1,345 students · 7th–8th | 7.1 |
| 3 | 1,324 students · 7th–8th | 6.1 |
| 4 | 1,001 students · 5th–6th | 6.1 |
| 5 | 1,268 students · 7th–8th | 5.9 |
| 6 | 719 students · 5th–6th | 5.8 |
| 7 | 555 students · 5th–6th | 5.7 |
| 8 | 1,368 students · 7th–8th | 5.1 |
| 9 | 502 students · 5th–6th | 4.7 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,705 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 2,620 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
| 3 | 5,178 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 |
| 4 | 173 students · 9th–12th | 4.7 |
| 5 | 24 students · 8th–12th | — |
Other Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 189 students · 4th–9th | 6.4 | ||
| 2 | 6 students · 6th–11th | — | ||
| 3 | 1 students · 10th–10th | — | ||
| 4 | 1 students · 11th–11th | — | ||
Private Schools4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Conroe Adventist AcademyPrivate 67 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Lifestyle Christian SchoolPrivate 94 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Covenant Christian SchoolPrivate 465 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | Calvary Baptist SchoolPrivate 264 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Conroe
Conroe, Texas · 49 schools
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 27
- Middle
- 9
- High
- 5
- Other
- 8
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Common questions about schools in Conroe, Texas
How many schools are in Conroe, Texas?
Conroe has 49 schools, including 36 public and 13 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Conroe, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 32 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Conroe is 6.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Conroe, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Conroe on MySchoolScout is Anderson EL with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Conroe, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Conroe on MySchoolScout is Anderson EL with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Conroe, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Conroe on MySchoolScout is Cryar Intermediate with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Conroe, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Conroe on MySchoolScout is Oak Ridge H S with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Conroe, Texas?
Conroe is served by 4 school districts: Conroe ISD, Montgomery ISD, Splendora ISD, Willis ISD.
Are there private schools in Conroe, Texas?
Yes, Conroe has 13 private schools alongside 36 public schools. The top-rated private school is Conroe Adventist Academy with a score of 7.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Conroe, Texas?
Among 32 public schools in Conroe that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 14.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Conroe, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education sources. Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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