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Best Schools in Ector, Texas

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.1/10
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Ector H S

5.9/10

High · Ector ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Ector EL

4.2/10

Elementary · Ector ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

5.1

out of 10

Median Home

$158,500

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Ector EL

STAAR proficiency rose +18.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Ector schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Ector

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Ector H S 5.9 / 10
2 Ector EL 4.2 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.1/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$62,212

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$158,500

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
15%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
24 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
64%

Of occupied housing units

How Ector compares

Median household income

$62k

84% of Texas median

About Schools in Ector, Texas

Ector, Texas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.1 out of 10, schools in Ector 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 Ector is Ector H S with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Ector is served by 1 school district: ECTOR ISD. These districts collectively serve 252 students.

Ector's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,212. The poverty rate in the area is 10.3%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Ector EL
135 students · Pre-K–6th 		4.2

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Ector H S
117 students · 7th–12th 		5.9

Schools in Ector

Ector, Texas · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$62,212

Median Home Value

$158,500

Median Rent

$1,094/mo

Population

1,016

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

64%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Community Profile

Ector has a median household income of $62,212. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $158,500, with a median rent of $1,094/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.3%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Texas
Elementary
1
High
1

Resources

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School District

ECTOR ISD

2 schools · 252 students

Nearby Cities

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Dodd City (1 school)
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Tom Bean (3 schools)
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Wolfe City (3 schools)
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Blue Ridge (3 schools)
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Sherman (15 schools)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Ector, Texas

How many schools are in Ector, Texas?

Ector has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Ector, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ector is 5.1 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 Ector, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Ector on MySchoolScout is Ector H S with a composite score of 5.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Ector, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Ector on MySchoolScout is Ector EL with a composite score of 4.2/10.

What is the best high school in Ector, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Ector on MySchoolScout is Ector H S with a composite score of 5.9/10.

How many school districts serve Ector, Texas?

Ector is served by 1 school district: Ector ISD.

What is the education level in Ector, Texas?

According to Census data, 15% of adults in Ector have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Ector, Texas?

The median household income in Ector is approximately $62,212 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ector is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ector, 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.