6.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Gainesville, Texas

11 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 10

Private: 1

Districts: 5

Avg Rating: 6.4/10

Estimated Scores: 20%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.4/10
Median household income: $67,056
Median home value: $207,600
Bachelor's degree or higher: 24%
Avg commute: 24 min
Owner-occupied homes: 68%

How Gainesville compares

Texas rank

#425 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.2

above Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$67k

90% of Texas median

Schools in this city

10

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.

With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Gainesville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Gainesville is Sivells Bend EL with a composite score of 9.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Gainesville is served by 5 school districts. These districts collectively serve 5,089 students.

Gainesville's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $67,056. The poverty rate in the area is 16.9%.

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

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	SIVELLS BEND EL 74 students · Pre-K–8th	74	Pre-K–8th	9.7
2	CALLISBURG EL 556 students · Pre-K–5th	556	Pre-K–5th	7.2
3	WALNUT BEND EL 64 students · Pre-K–8th	64	Pre-K–8th	5.3
4	EDISON EL 618 students · Pre-K–1st	618	Pre-K–1st	5.1
5	W E CHALMERS EL 714 students · 2nd–4th	714	2nd–4th	5.1
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	ST MARY SCHOOL Private 99 students · Pre-K–8th	99	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	GAINESVILLE J H 421 students · 7th–8th	421	7th–8th	7.2
2	GAINESVILLE INT 463 students · 5th–6th	463	5th–6th	6.4

High Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	LONE STAR H S NORTH 140 students · 8th–12th	140	8th–12th	5.5
2	GAINESVILLE H S 872 students · 9th–12th	872	9th–12th	5.3
3	DAEP 5 students · 6th–12th	5	6th–12th	—

Schools in Gainesville

Gainesville, Texas · 11 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$67,056

Median Home Value

$207,600

Median Rent

$1,105/mo

Population

29,271

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

68%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Community Profile

Gainesville has a median household income of $67,056. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $207,600, with a median rent of $1,105/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.9%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 11
Elementary: 6
Middle: 2
High: 3
Districts: 5
Avg Rating: 6.4/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Gainesville schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Gainesville 📊 Niche Gainesville Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (5)

LONE STAR SCHOOL DISTRICT

5 schools · 672 students

CALLISBURG ISD

4 schools · 1,191 students

GAINESVILLE ISD

5 schools · 3,088 students

SIVELLS BEND ISD

1 school · 74 students

WALNUT BEND ISD

1 school · 64 students

Nearby Cities

Lindsay (2 schools)

6 mi

Callisburg (2 schools)

7 mi

Valley View (3 schools)

13 mi

Whitesboro (4 schools)

12 mi

Collinsville (2 schools)

Pilot Point (5 schools)

Other Major Cities in Texas

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Houston 899 schools San Antonio 616 schools Dallas 480 schools Austin 339 schools Fort Worth 288 schools

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 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 schools in Gainesville is 6.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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 9.7/10.

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 9.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Gainesville, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Gainesville on MySchoolScout is Gainesville J H with a composite score of 7.2/10.

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 5.5/10.

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.

What is the education level in Gainesville, Texas?

According to Census data, 24% of adults in Gainesville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Gainesville, Texas?

The median household income in Gainesville is approximately $67,056 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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 7.4/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Gainesville is 13.7:1. 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 departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.