5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Falfurrias, Texas

6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 6

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Estimated Scores: 33%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.8/10
Median household income: $32,636
Median home value: $84,200
Bachelor's degree or higher: 12%
Owner-occupied homes: 55%

How Falfurrias compares

Texas rank

#550 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.5

below Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$33k

44% of Texas median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Falfurrias, Texas

Falfurrias, Texas is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Falfurrias show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Falfurrias is Falfurrias J H with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Falfurrias is served by 2 school districts: BROOKS COUNTY ISD, LA GLORIA ISD. These districts collectively serve 1,358 students.

Falfurrias's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $32,636. The poverty rate in the area is 30.7%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (6) Elementary (4) Middle (1) High (1)

Filter by Type: All Types (6) Public (6)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (6) Academics (6) Growth (4) Resources (6)

Filter by ZIP: 78355 (6)

Elementary Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	LASATER EL 171 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	171	Pre-K–Kindergarten	6.4
2	LA GLORIA EL 114 students · Pre-K–6th	114	Pre-K–6th	5.1
3	FALFURRIAS INNOVATION ACADEMY 161 students · 1st–2nd	161	1st–2nd	4.8
4	FALFURRIAS EL 232 students · 3rd–5th	232	3rd–5th	4.0

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	FALFURRIAS J H 295 students · 6th–8th	295	6th–8th	7.3

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	FALFURRIAS H S 385 students · 9th–12th	385	9th–12th	7.0

Schools in Falfurrias

Falfurrias, Texas · 6 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$32,636

Median Home Value

$84,200

Median Rent

$487/mo

Population

6,843

College Educated

12%

Homeownership

55%

Poverty Rate

30.7%

Community Profile

Falfurrias has a median household income of $32,636. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $84,200, with a median rent of $487/month. The area has a poverty rate of 30.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 6
Elementary: 4
Middle: 1
High: 1
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Resources

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School Districts (2)

BROOKS COUNTY ISD

5 schools · 1,244 students

LA GLORIA ISD

1 school · 114 students

Nearby Cities

Kingsville (11 schools)

25 mi

San Antonio (1 school)

27 mi

Alice (2 schools)

29 mi

Benavides (2 schools)

Other Major Cities in Texas

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Falfurrias, Texas

How many schools are in Falfurrias, Texas?

Falfurrias has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Falfurrias, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Falfurrias is 5.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Falfurrias, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Falfurrias on MySchoolScout is Falfurrias J H with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Falfurrias, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Falfurrias on MySchoolScout is Lasater EL with a composite score of 6.4/10.

What is the best middle school in Falfurrias, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Falfurrias on MySchoolScout is Falfurrias J H with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best high school in Falfurrias, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Falfurrias on MySchoolScout is Falfurrias H S with a composite score of 7.0/10.

How many school districts serve Falfurrias, Texas?

Falfurrias is served by 2 school districts: Brooks County ISD, La Gloria ISD.

What is the education level in Falfurrias, Texas?

According to Census data, 12% of adults in Falfurrias have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Falfurrias, Texas?

The median household income in Falfurrias is approximately $32,636 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Falfurrias is 16.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Falfurrias, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.