Best Schools in Corpus Christi, Texas
105 schools · 58 Elementary · 18 Middle · 19 High · 10 Other
Choosing a school in Corpus Christi?
Use this page to compare every school in Corpus Christi by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Windsor Park G/t
Elementary · Corpus Christi ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
London Int
Elementary · London ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Harold T Branch Academy for Career & Technical Ed
High · Corpus Christi ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Corpus Christi for 2026 are Windsor Park G/t (9.3/10), London Int (8.3/10), and Harold T Branch Academy for Career & Technical Ed (8.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 50 rated schools. 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 with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
105
87 public · 18 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$164,685
home value · ACS
Districts
11
serving the city
Schools
105
87 public · 18 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$164,685
home value · ACS
Districts
11
serving the city
Rates 7.9/10 despite 93% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.6 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 Corpus Christi schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +13.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Corpus Christi schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Corpus Christi
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (50 of 105). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Windsor Park G/t | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | London Int | 8.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Harold T Branch Academy for Career & Technical Ed | 8.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Seashore Middle Acad | 8.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Collegiate H S | 8.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Calallen H S | 7.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Coles H S and Educational Center | 7.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Arlington Heights Christian School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Flour Bluff J H | 7.7 / 10 |
| 10 | London Middle | 7.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $60,708
- Median home value
- $164,685
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 55%
29% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Corpus Christi compares
Texas rank
#430 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Texas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$61k
82% of Texas median
Schools in this city
96
Education Snapshot
Corpus Christi, TexasCorpus Christi's school landscape covers 105 schools across 11 districts, enrolling approximately 53,222 students — distributed across 58 elementary campuses, 18 middle schools, 19 high schools, and 10 combined or alternative programs. The average MySchoolScout composite rating is 6.0/10 across 96 scored schools, trailing the Texas state average of 6.3/10 by three-tenths of a point. That performance gap is consistent with the city's income profile: a median household income of $64,860 runs 19% below the Texas state median of $79,932, and 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Six charter schools add limited school-choice options alongside the district-operated campuses. For families relocating here, the spread across Corpus Christi's 105 campuses means campus-level filtering — rather than city-wide or district-level averages — is the more reliable path to identifying a strong school fit.
About Schools in Corpus Christi, Texas
Corpus Christi puts 83 ranked public schools in front of families, spanning elementary through high school across multiple districts. The city-wide average sits at 5.7 out of 10, with real separation between the top performers and the lower tier. Thirteen schools — 16% of ranked campuses — clear the 7-out-of-10 mark. That's a meaningful but finite shortlist for parents who prioritize academic performance.
Calallen Wood River Elementary leads all 83 campuses at 8.3, the highest score in the city. Seashore Middle Academy follows at 8.0, a strong result at a level where quality options are harder to find. On the high school side, Ray High School scores 7.9 — the top-rated secondary campus in the rankings, and a key data point for families mapping out the full K–12 path. Seashore Learning Center and Windsor Park G/T both land at 7.8, adding two more strong elementary options to the top tier, including a dedicated gifted-and-talented program at Windsor Park.
The spread in the data tells the practical story. With a city average of 5.7 and only 16% of schools clearing 7.0, most campuses cluster in the mid-range. The gap between the top tier and the median is real. Families factoring school assignment into housing decisions will find a measurable advantage in targeting access to the top-five campuses. For high school specifically, Ray is the clear leader by the numbers.
Parents benchmarking Corpus Christi against other Texas cities should expect a mid-tier profile: a handful of strong schools, a wide middle band, and a significant performance gap between the top and the average. The 83-school pool offers enough options to find a strong fit, but district boundaries matter here. Verify which district a specific address falls under before assuming access to the highest-rated campuses — the schools at the top of these rankings sit well above the city average.
Elementary Schools
58 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 593 students · 1st–5th | 9.3 |
| 2 | 366 students · 3rd–5th | 8.3 |
| 3 | 437 students · 3rd–5th | 7.8 |
| 4 | 668 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
| 5 | 799 students · Pre-K–2nd | 7.6 |
| 6 | 449 students · 3rd–5th | 7.5 |
| 7 | 457 students · Pre-K–2nd | 7.5 |
| 8 | 162 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.3 |
| 9 | 290 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
| 10 | 543 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
Show all 58 elementary schools in Corpus Christi
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
18 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 166 students · 5th–8th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 898 students · 7th–8th | 7.7 |
| 3 | 420 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
| 4 | 825 students · 6th–8th | 7.5 |
| 5 | 888 students · 6th–8th | 7.0 |
| 6 | 849 students · 5th–6th | 7.0 |
| 7 | 947 students · 6th–8th | 6.3 |
| 8 | 994 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
| 9 | 421 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
| 10 | 634 students · 6th–8th | 5.5 |
Show all 18 middle schools in Corpus Christi
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
High Schools
19 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 258 students · 9th–12th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 397 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 1,177 students · 9th–12th | 7.9 |
| 4 | 130 students · 8th–12th | 7.9 |
| 5 | 540 students · 9th–12th | 7.3 |
| 6 | 1,961 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
| 7 | 534 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
| 8 | 2,008 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
| 9 | 1,588 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 |
| 10 | 1,316 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
Show all 19 high schools in Corpus Christi
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Other Schools
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 391 students · Pre-K–10th | 5.9 | ||
| 2 | 127 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.7 | ||
| 3 | 126 students · 4th–12th | 5.3 | ||
| 4 | 6 students · 7th–11th | — | ||
| 5 | 2 students · 9th–10th | — | ||
| Private Schools 5 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 161 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.8 | ||
| 2 | Yorktown Christian Academy
Private
181 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.5 | ||
| 3 | Annapolis Christian Academy
Private
264 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.8 | ||
| 4 | Solid Rock Christian Academy
Private
13 students · 2nd–11th | — | ||
| 5 | Grace Temple Christian Academy
Private
28 students · Pre-K–12th | — | ||
Schools in Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, Texas · 105 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 13 ZIP codes
Median Income
$60,708
Median Home Value
$164,685
Median Rent
$1,177/mo
Population
311,444
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Community Profile
Corpus Christi has a median household income of $60,708. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $164,685, with a median rent of $1,177/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.5%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 58
- Middle
- 18
- High
- 19
- Other
- 10
Resources
School Districts (11)
DR M L GARZA-GONZALEZ CHARTER SCHOOL
1 school · 162 students
RICHARD MILBURN ALTER HIGH SCHOOL (KILLEEN)
9 schools · 1,450 students
CORPUS CHRISTI MONTESSORI SCHOOL
1 school · 131 students
SEASHORE CHARTER SCHOOLS
2 schools · 410 students
VALERE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
4 schools · 963 students
CALALLEN ISD
7 schools · 3,877 students
CORPUS CHRISTI ISD
54 schools · 33,053 students
FLOUR BLUFF ISD
7 schools · 5,665 students
LONDON ISD
4 schools · 1,726 students
TULOSO-MIDWAY ISD
5 schools · 3,636 students
WEST OSO ISD
5 schools · 1,908 students
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Corpus Christi, Texas
How many schools are in Corpus Christi, Texas?
Corpus Christi has 105 schools, including 87 public and 18 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Corpus Christi, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Corpus Christi is 6.0 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 Corpus Christi, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Corpus Christi on MySchoolScout is Windsor Park G/t with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Corpus Christi, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Corpus Christi on MySchoolScout is Windsor Park G/t with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Corpus Christi, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Corpus Christi on MySchoolScout is Seashore Middle Acad with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best high school in Corpus Christi, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Corpus Christi on MySchoolScout is Harold T Branch Academy for Career & Technical Ed with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Corpus Christi, Texas?
Corpus Christi is served by 11 school districts: Dr M L Garza-gonzalez Charter School, Richard Milburn Alter High School (killeen), Corpus Christi Montessori School, Seashore Charter Schools, Valere Public Schools, Calallen ISD, Corpus Christi ISD, Flour Bluff ISD, London ISD, Tuloso-midway ISD, West Oso ISD.
What is the education level in Corpus Christi, Texas?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Corpus Christi have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Corpus Christi, Texas?
The median household income in Corpus Christi is approximately $60,708 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Corpus Christi, Texas?
Yes, Corpus Christi has 18 private schools alongside 87 public schools. The top-rated private school is Arlington Heights Christian School with a score of 7.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Corpus Christi, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Corpus Christi 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 Corpus Christi, 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 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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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.