Macarthur EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 8.8/10
7.8public avg / 10
Best Schools in Galena Park, Texas
5 schools in the directory · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Public: 4
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Comparable public avg (4): 7.8/10
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Macarthur EL
Elementary · Galena Park ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Galena Park Middle
Middle · Galena Park ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Galena Park EL
Elementary · Galena Park ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
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Galena Park Middle
Grades 6th–8th · 8.1/10
Galena Park EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 7.4/10
Galena Park H S
Grades 9th–12th · 7.1/10
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Galena Park are Macarthur EL (8.8/10), Galena Park Middle (8.1/10), and Galena Park EL (7.4/10), among 4 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
5
4 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.8
4 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
4 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.8
4 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Galena Park ELSTAAR proficiency rose +10.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Galena Park public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Galena Park
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (4 rated schools; 5 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Macarthur EL | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Galena Park Middle | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Galena Park EL | 7.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Galena Park H S | 7.1 / 10 |
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About Schools in Galena Park, Texas
Galena Park, Texas is home to 5 schools, including 4 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
The 4 public schools in this comparison average 7.8 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 Macarthur EL with a composite score of 8.8/10.
Galena Park is served by 1 school district: GALENA PARK ISD. These districts collectively serve 21,105 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.
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Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 583 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.8 | ||
| 2 | 602 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 156 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 904 students · 6th–8th | 8.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,886 students · 9th–12th | 7.1 |
Schools in Galena Park
Galena Park, Texas · 5 schools
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Common questions about schools in Galena Park, Texas
How many schools are in Galena Park, Texas?
Galena Park has 5 schools, including 4 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Galena Park, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 4 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Galena Park is 7.8 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 Galena Park, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Galena Park on MySchoolScout is Macarthur EL with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Galena Park, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Galena Park on MySchoolScout is Macarthur EL with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Galena Park, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Galena Park on MySchoolScout is Galena Park Middle with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best high school in Galena Park, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Galena Park on MySchoolScout is Galena Park H S with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Galena Park, Texas?
Galena Park is served by 1 school district: Galena Park ISD.
Are there private schools in Galena Park, Texas?
Yes, Galena Park has 1 private school alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School-Gp with a score of 6.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Galena Park, Texas?
Among 4 public schools in Galena Park that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 14.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Galena Park, 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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