Best Schools in Gatesville, Texas
5 schools in the directory · 2 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Gatesville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Gatesville EL
Elementary · Gatesville ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Gatesville J H
Middle · Gatesville ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Gatesville H S
High · Gatesville 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 Gatesville are Gatesville EL (7.6/10), Gatesville J H (6.9/10), and Gatesville H S (6.2/10), 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.
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Avg Score
6.7
4 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
4 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +0.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Gatesville public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Gatesville
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 | Gatesville EL | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Gatesville J H | 6.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Gatesville H S | 6.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Gatesville Int | 6.1 / 10 |
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About Schools in Gatesville, Texas
Gatesville, Texas is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
The 4 public schools in this comparison average 6.7 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 Gatesville EL with a composite score of 7.6/10.
Gatesville is served by 1 school district: GATESVILLE ISD. These districts collectively serve 2,695 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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 611 students · 1st–3rd | 7.6 |
| 2 | 295 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 4.8 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 419 students · 7th–8th | 6.9 |
| 2 | 590 students · 4th–6th | 6.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 780 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 |
Schools in Gatesville
Gatesville, Texas · 5 schools
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Common questions about schools in Gatesville, Texas
How many schools are in Gatesville, Texas?
Gatesville has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Gatesville, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 4 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Gatesville is 6.7 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 Gatesville, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Gatesville on MySchoolScout is Gatesville EL with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Gatesville, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Gatesville on MySchoolScout is Gatesville EL with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Gatesville, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Gatesville on MySchoolScout is Gatesville J H with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best high school in Gatesville, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Gatesville on MySchoolScout is Gatesville H S with a composite score of 6.2/10.
How many school districts serve Gatesville, Texas?
Gatesville is served by 1 school district: Gatesville ISD.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Gatesville, Texas?
Among 4 public schools in Gatesville that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 13.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Gatesville, 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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