Best Schools in Gainesville, Texas
11 schools in the directory · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High
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Sivells Bend EL
Elementary · Sivells Bend ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Walnut Bend EL
Elementary · Walnut Bend ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Callisburg EL
Elementary · Callisburg ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Gainesville are Sivells Bend EL (9.2/10), Walnut Bend EL (7.7/10), and Callisburg EL (7.3/10), among 8 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
11
10 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.7
8 public schools · out of 10
Districts
5
serving the city
Schools
11
10 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.7
8 public schools · out of 10
Districts
5
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +16.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Gainesville public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Gainesville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (8 rated schools; 11 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sivells Bend EL | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Walnut Bend EL | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Callisburg EL | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Gainesville Int | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Lone Star H S North | 4.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Gainesville H S | 4.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Gainesville J H | 3.8 / 10 |
| 8 | W E Chalmers EL | 3.0 / 10 |
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About Schools in Gainesville, Texas
Gainesville, Texas is home to 11 schools, including 10 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
The 8 public schools in this comparison average 5.7 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 Sivells Bend EL with a composite score of 9.2/10.
Gainesville is served by 5 school districts. These districts collectively serve 5,089 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
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 74 students · Pre-K–8th | 9.2 | ||
| 2 | 64 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.7 | ||
| 3 | 556 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 | ||
| 4 | 618 students · Pre-K–1st | 4.3 | ||
| 5 | 714 students · 2nd–4th | 3.0 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Mary SchoolPrivate 120 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 463 students · 5th–6th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 421 students · 7th–8th | 3.8 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 140 students · 8th–12th | 4.4 |
| 2 | 872 students · 9th–12th | 4.0 |
| 3 | 5 students · 6th–12th | — |
Schools in Gainesville
Gainesville, Texas · 11 schools
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Common questions about schools in Gainesville, Texas
How many schools are in Gainesville, Texas?
Gainesville has 11 schools, including 10 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Gainesville, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 8 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Gainesville is 5.7 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 Gainesville, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Gainesville on MySchoolScout is Sivells Bend EL with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Gainesville, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Gainesville on MySchoolScout is Sivells Bend EL with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Gainesville, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Gainesville on MySchoolScout is Gainesville Int with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best high school in Gainesville, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Gainesville on MySchoolScout is Lone Star H S North with a composite score of 4.4/10.
How many school districts serve Gainesville, Texas?
Gainesville is served by 5 school districts: Lone Star School District, Callisburg ISD, Gainesville ISD, Sivells Bend ISD, Walnut Bend ISD.
Are there private schools in Gainesville, Texas?
Yes, Gainesville has 1 private school alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Mary School with a score of 8.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Gainesville, Texas?
Among 7 public schools in Gainesville that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 14.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Gainesville, 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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