6.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Galveston, Texas

19 schools · 9 Elementary · 3 Middle · 4 High · 3 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 15

Private: 4

Districts: 3

Avg Rating: 6.7/10

Estimated Scores: 28%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.7/10
Median household income: $53,027
Median home value: $280,950
Bachelor's degree or higher: 31%
Avg commute: 20 min
Owner-occupied homes: 45%

How Galveston compares

Texas rank

#344 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.5

above Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$53k

71% of Texas median

Schools in this city

18

About Schools in Galveston, Texas

Galveston, Texas is home to 19 schools, including 15 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 4 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Galveston show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Galveston is Morgan EL Magnet School with a composite score of 9.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Galveston is served by 3 school districts: ODYSSEY ACADEMY INC, AMBASSADORS PREPARATORY ACADEMY, GALVESTON ISD. These districts collectively serve 8,155 students.

Galveston's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,027. The poverty rate in the area is 21.4%.

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 (19) Elementary (9) Middle (3) High (4)

Filter by Type: All Types (19) Public (15) Private (4)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (19) Academics (19) Growth (12) Resources (14)

Filter by ZIP: 77553 (12) 77550 (5) 77551 (2)

Elementary Schools

9 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	MORGAN EL MAGNET SCHOOL 572 students · Pre-K–4th	572	Pre-K–4th	9.5
2	OPPE EL 624 students · Pre-K–4th	624	Pre-K–4th	9.1
3	ROSENBERG EL LABORATORY FOR LEARNING AND LEADING 315 students · Pre-K–4th	315	Pre-K–4th	7.8
4	PARKER EL 440 students · Pre-K–4th	440	Pre-K–4th	7.1
5	AMBASSADORS PREPARATORY ACADEMY 162 students · Pre-K–8th	162	Pre-K–8th	6.3
6	CRENSHAW EL AND MIDDLE 133 students · Pre-K–8th	133	Pre-K–8th	6.2
7	BURNET EL 556 students · Pre-K–4th	556	Pre-K–4th	4.7
Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private 51 students · Pre-K–8th	51	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
2	SATORI SCHOOL Private 30 students · Pre-K–8th	30	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	AUSTIN MIDDLE 392 students · 5th–6th	392	5th–6th	8.4
2	CENTRAL MIDDLE 826 students · 7th–8th	826	7th–8th	5.6
3	WEIS 405 students · 5th–5th	405	5th–5th	5.0

High Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	BALL H S 1,951 students · 9th–12th	1,951	9th–12th	7.4
2	AIM COLLEGE & CAREER PREP 87 students · 7th–12th	87	7th–12th	6.5
Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	O'CONNELL COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Private 69 students · 9th–12th	69	9th–12th	Not Rated
2	UPWARD HOPE ACADEMY Private 67 students · 9th–12th	67	9th–12th	Not Rated

Other Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	MOODY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER 141 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	141	Pre-K–Pre-K	7.2
2	ODYSSEY ACADEMY - GALVESTON 829 students · Pre-K–12th	829	Pre-K–12th	5.2
3	GALVESTON CO J J A E P 4 students · 9th–11th	4	9th–11th	—

Schools in Galveston

Galveston, Texas · 19 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$53,027

Median Home Value

$280,950

Median Rent

$1,262/mo

Population

45,573

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

45%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

21.4%

Community Profile

Galveston has a median household income of $53,027. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $280,950, with a median rent of $1,262/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 19
Elementary: 9
Middle: 3
High: 4
Districts: 3
Avg Rating: 6.7/10

Resources

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

School Districts (3)

ODYSSEY ACADEMY INC

2 schools · 1,547 students

AMBASSADORS PREPARATORY ACADEMY

1 school · 162 students

GALVESTON ISD

13 schools · 6,446 students

Nearby Cities

Texas City (15 schools)

10 mi

La Marque (2 schools)

11 mi

Lamarque (1 school)

14 mi

Hitchcock (6 schools)

14 mi

Bacliff (1 school)

18 mi

Dickinson (18 schools)

League City (25 schools)

Lewisville (3 schools)

26 mi

Friendswood (14 schools)

27 mi

La Porte (12 schools)

29 mi

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 Galveston, Texas

How many schools are in Galveston, Texas?

Galveston has 19 schools, including 15 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Galveston, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Galveston is 6.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Galveston on MySchoolScout is Morgan EL Magnet School with a composite score of 9.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Galveston, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Galveston on MySchoolScout is Morgan EL Magnet School with a composite score of 9.5/10.

What is the best middle school in Galveston, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Galveston on MySchoolScout is Austin Middle with a composite score of 8.4/10.

What is the best high school in Galveston, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Galveston on MySchoolScout is Ball H S with a composite score of 7.4/10.

How many school districts serve Galveston, Texas?

Galveston is served by 3 school districts: Odyssey Academy Inc, Ambassadors Preparatory Academy, Galveston ISD.

What is the education level in Galveston, Texas?

According to Census data, 31% of adults in Galveston have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Galveston, Texas?

The median household income in Galveston is approximately $53,027 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Galveston, Texas?

Yes, Galveston has 4 private schools alongside 15 public schools. The top-rated private school is Holy Family Catholic School with a score of 7.6/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Galveston is 11.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Galveston, 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.