Best Schools in Donna, Texas
22 schools · 14 Elementary · 4 Middle · 4 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Donna by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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A P Solis Middle
Middle · Donna ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Capt D Salinas II EL
Elementary · Donna ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Dora M Sauceda Middle
Middle · Donna ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Donna for 2026 are A P Solis Middle (7.8/10), Capt D Salinas II EL (7.2/10), and Dora M Sauceda Middle (7.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 21 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
22
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$74,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
22
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$74,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 7.2/10 despite 99% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.1 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 Donna schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +17.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Donna schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Donna
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (21 of 22). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | A P Solis Middle | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Capt D Salinas II EL | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Dora M Sauceda Middle | 7.2 / 10 |
| 4 | W a Todd Middle | 7.1 / 10 |
| 5 | J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy | 6.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Idea College Prep | 6.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Le Noir EL | 6.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Guzman EL | 6.2 / 10 |
| 9 | T Price EL | 6.2 / 10 |
| 10 | C Stainke EL | 5.7 / 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
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $36,331
- Median home value
- $74,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
19% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Donna compares
Texas rank
#512 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Texas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$36k
49% of Texas median
Schools in this city
21
About Schools in Donna, Texas
Donna, Texas is home to 22 schools, including 22 public schools. The city's schools span 14 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Donna show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Donna is A P Solis Middle with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Donna is served by 2 school districts: IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS, DONNA ISD. These districts collectively serve 89,950 students.
Donna's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $36,331. The poverty rate in the area is 41.4%.
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
14 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 477 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
| 2 | 285 students · 2nd–5th | 6.7 |
| 3 | 451 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 |
| 4 | 330 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.2 |
| 5 | 425 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.2 |
| 6 | 513 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.7 |
| 7 | 559 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.6 |
| 8 | 446 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.1 |
| 9 | 767 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.9 |
| 10 | 603 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 |
Show all 14 elementary schools in Donna
Middle Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 631 students · 6th–8th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 604 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 |
| 3 | 646 students · 6th–8th | 7.1 |
| 4 | 870 students · 6th–8th | 5.4 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 785 students · 6th–12th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 2,075 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 |
| 3 | 1,996 students · 9th–12th | 4.2 |
| 4 | 8 students · 8th–12th | — |
Schools in Donna
Donna, Texas · 22 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$36,331
Median Home Value
$74,700
Median Rent
$744/mo
Population
51,346
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
41.4%
Community Profile
Donna has a median household income of $36,331. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $74,700, with a median rent of $744/month. The area has a poverty rate of 41.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 14
- Middle
- 4
- High
- 4
Resources
School Districts (2)
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Texas
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Donna, Texas
How many schools are in Donna, Texas?
Donna has 22 schools, including 22 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Donna, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Donna is 5.6 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 Donna, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Donna on MySchoolScout is A P Solis Middle with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Donna, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Donna on MySchoolScout is Capt D Salinas II EL with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Donna, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Donna on MySchoolScout is A P Solis Middle with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in Donna, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Donna on MySchoolScout is Idea College Prep with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Donna, Texas?
Donna is served by 2 school districts: Idea Public Schools, Donna ISD.
What is the education level in Donna, Texas?
According to Census data, 10% of adults in Donna have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Donna, Texas?
The median household income in Donna is approximately $36,331 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Donna, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Donna is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Donna, 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.