Best Schools in Gladewater, Texas
9 schools · 3 Elementary · 3 Middle · 3 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Gladewater by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Union Grove H S
High · Union Grove ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Union Grove J H
Middle · Union Grove ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sabine H S
High · Sabine ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Gladewater for 2026 are Union Grove H S (9.5/10), Union Grove J H (8.9/10), and Sabine H S (8.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. 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 with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$164,300
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$164,300
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 7.6/10 despite 70% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.7 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Gladewater schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Gladewater
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Union Grove H S | 9.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Union Grove J H | 8.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Sabine H S | 8.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Gladewater H S | 7.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Sabine Middle | 7.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Union Grove EL | 6.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Gladewater Middle | 5.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Weldon EL | 3.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $61,356
- Median home value
- $164,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Gladewater compares
Texas rank
#153 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.0
above Texas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$61k
83% of Texas median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Gladewater, Texas
Gladewater, Texas is home to 9 schools, including 9 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Gladewater perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Gladewater is Union Grove H S with a composite score of 9.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Gladewater is served by 3 school districts: GLADEWATER ISD, SABINE ISD, UNION GROVE ISD. These districts collectively serve 4,025 students.
Gladewater's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,356. The poverty rate in the area is 15.9%.
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.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 342 students · Pre-K–1st | 7.4 |
| 2 | 385 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.7 |
| 3 | 490 students · 2nd–5th | 3.7 |
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 120 students · 7th–8th | 8.9 |
| 2 | 377 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 |
| 3 | 409 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 232 students · 9th–12th | 9.5 |
| 2 | 454 students · 9th–12th | 8.3 |
| 3 | 467 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
Schools in Gladewater
Gladewater, Texas · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,356
Median Home Value
$164,300
Median Rent
$1,030/mo
Population
13,457
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Community Profile
Gladewater has a median household income of $61,356. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $164,300, with a median rent of $1,030/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.9%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 3
Resources
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Other Major Cities in Texas
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Gladewater, Texas
How many schools are in Gladewater, Texas?
Gladewater has 9 schools, including 9 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Gladewater, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Gladewater is 7.3 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 Gladewater, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Gladewater on MySchoolScout is Union Grove H S with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Gladewater, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Gladewater on MySchoolScout is Union Grove EL with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Gladewater, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Gladewater on MySchoolScout is Union Grove J H with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best high school in Gladewater, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Gladewater on MySchoolScout is Union Grove H S with a composite score of 9.5/10.
How many school districts serve Gladewater, Texas?
Gladewater is served by 3 school districts: Gladewater ISD, Sabine ISD, Union Grove ISD.
What is the education level in Gladewater, Texas?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Gladewater have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Gladewater, Texas?
The median household income in Gladewater is approximately $61,356 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Gladewater, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Gladewater is 12.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Gladewater, 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 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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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.