Best Schools in Ennis, Texas
11 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Ennis by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Dorie Miller Int
Elementary · Ennis ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Alamo Middle
Middle · Ennis ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Travis EL
Elementary · Ennis ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Ennis for 2026 are Dorie Miller Int (7.5/10), Alamo Middle (7.3/10), and Travis EL (6.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
11
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$238,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
11
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$238,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 7.5/10 despite 72% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.7 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 Ennis schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +7.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Ennis schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Ennis
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dorie Miller Int | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Alamo Middle | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Travis EL | 6.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Ennis J H | 5.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Jack Lummus Int | 5.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Ennis H S | 5.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Austin EL | 5.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Houston EL | 4.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Bowie EL | 4.3 / 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
- $76,983
- Median home value
- $238,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
18% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ennis compares
Texas rank
#503 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Texas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$77k
104% of Texas median
Schools in this city
11
About Schools in Ennis, Texas
Ennis, Texas is home to 11 schools, including 11 public schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Ennis 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 Ennis is Dorie Miller Int with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ennis is served by 1 school district: ENNIS ISD. These districts collectively serve 6,466 students.
Ennis's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,983. The poverty rate in the area is 10.5%.
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
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 419 students · 4th–5th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 284 students · 1st–3rd | 6.1 |
| 3 | 466 students · 4th–5th | 5.4 |
| 4 | 466 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 5.3 |
| 5 | 442 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 5.3 |
| 6 | 370 students · 1st–3rd | 5.1 |
| 7 | 336 students · 1st–3rd | 4.9 |
| 8 | 484 students · 1st–3rd | 4.3 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 460 students · 6th–6th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 891 students · 7th–8th | 5.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,848 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 |
Schools in Ennis
Ennis, Texas · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$76,983
Median Home Value
$238,400
Median Rent
$1,230/mo
Population
30,809
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Community Profile
Ennis has a median household income of $76,983. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $238,400, with a median rent of $1,230/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.5%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
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 Ennis, Texas
How many schools are in Ennis, Texas?
Ennis has 11 schools, including 11 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ennis, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ennis 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 Ennis, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Ennis on MySchoolScout is Dorie Miller Int with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ennis, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ennis on MySchoolScout is Dorie Miller Int with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Ennis, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Ennis on MySchoolScout is Alamo Middle with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in Ennis, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Ennis on MySchoolScout is Ennis H S with a composite score of 5.3/10.
How many school districts serve Ennis, Texas?
Ennis is served by 1 school district: Ennis ISD.
What is the education level in Ennis, Texas?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Ennis have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ennis, Texas?
The median household income in Ennis is approximately $76,983 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ennis, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ennis is 15.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ennis, 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.