Black EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 8.7/10
7.0public avg / 10
Best Schools in Cypress, Texas
38 schools in the directory · 22 Elementary · 7 Middle · 6 High · 3 Other
Public: 31
Private: 7
Districts: 3
Comparable public avg (31): 7.0/10
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Black EL
Elementary · Cypress-Fairbanks ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Rennell EL
Elementary · Cypress-Fairbanks ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Keith EL
Elementary · Cypress-Fairbanks ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
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Rennell EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 8.5/10
Keith EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 8.3/10
Hamilton EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 7.9/10
Harmony Science Academy - Cypress
Grades Kindergarten–5th · 7.9/10
Mcgown EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 7.9/10
Wells EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 7.9/10
Farney EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 7.8/10
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Cypress are Black EL (8.7/10), Rennell EL (8.5/10), and Keith EL (8.3/10), among 31 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
38
31 public · 7 private
Avg Score
7.0
31 public schools · out of 10
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
38
31 public · 7 private
Avg Score
7.0
31 public schools · out of 10
Districts
3
serving the city
Best value · beats the odds
Black ELRates 8.7/10 despite 48% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.9 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 Cypress public schools in the current comparison.
Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Oakcrest IntSTAAR proficiency rose +9.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Cypress public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Cypress
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (Top 10 of 31 rated schools; 38 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Black EL | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Rennell EL | 8.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Keith EL | 8.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Hamilton EL | 7.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Harmony Science Academy - Cypress | 7.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Mcgown EL | 7.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Wells EL | 7.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Farney EL | 7.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Lamkin EL | 7.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Oakcrest Int | 7.7 / 10 |
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About Schools in Cypress, Texas
Cypress, Texas is home to 38 schools, including 31 public schools and 7 private schools. The city's schools span 22 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 6 high schools.
The 31 public schools in this comparison average 7.0 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 Black EL with a composite score of 8.7/10.
Cypress is served by 3 school districts: HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON NORTH, CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD, TOMBALL ISD. These districts collectively serve 147,850 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
22 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,167 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.7 |
| 2 | 1,216 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
| 3 | 1,140 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.3 |
| 4 | 666 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.9 |
| 5 | 1,334 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 6 | 1,370 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 7 | 1,034 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 8 | 903 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 9 | 916 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 10 | 1,193 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
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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.
Middle Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 827 students · 5th–6th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 1,436 students · 6th–8th | 7.1 |
| 3 | 909 students · 6th–8th | 6.5 |
| 4 | 1,460 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
| 5 | 1,423 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
| 6 | 872 students · 6th–8th | 5.6 |
| 7 | 1,378 students · 6th–8th | 5.2 |
High Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3,391 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 3,647 students · 9th–12th | 7.1 |
| 3 | 3,498 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
| 4 | 3,412 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 |
| 5 | 3,051 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 |
| 6 | 2,880 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Covenant AcademyPrivate 173 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | 127 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
| 3 | Houston Adventist AcadmeyPrivate 206 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Cypress
Cypress, Texas · 38 schools
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 22
- Middle
- 7
- High
- 6
- Other
- 3
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Common questions about schools in Cypress, Texas
How many schools are in Cypress, Texas?
Cypress has 38 schools, including 31 public and 7 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cypress, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 31 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Cypress is 7.0 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 Cypress, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Cypress on MySchoolScout is Black EL with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cypress, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cypress on MySchoolScout is Black EL with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Cypress, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Cypress on MySchoolScout is Oakcrest Int with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best high school in Cypress, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Cypress on MySchoolScout is Cypress Woods H S with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Cypress, Texas?
Cypress is served by 3 school districts: Harmony Public Schools - Houston North, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD, Tomball ISD.
Are there private schools in Cypress, Texas?
Yes, Cypress has 7 private schools alongside 31 public schools. The top-rated private school is Covenant Academy with a score of 8.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cypress, Texas?
Among 31 public schools in Cypress that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 16.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cypress, 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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