Best Schools in Hale Center, Texas
4 schools in the directory · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Hale Center by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Hale Center H S
High · Hale Center ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Carr Middle
Middle · Hale Center ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Akin EL
Elementary · Hale Center 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 Hale Center are Hale Center H S (8.1/10), Carr Middle (7.7/10), and Akin EL (5.2/10), among 3 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
7.0
3 public schools · out of 10
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1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
3 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +3.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Hale Center public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Hale Center
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (3 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hale Center H S | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Carr Middle | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Akin EL | 5.2 / 10 |
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About Schools in Hale Center, Texas
Hale Center, Texas is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
The 3 public schools in this comparison average 7.0 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 Hale Center H S with a composite score of 8.1/10.
Hale Center is served by 1 school district: HALE CENTER ISD. These districts collectively serve 586 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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 238 students · Pre-K–4th | 5.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 174 students · 5th–8th | 7.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 173 students · 9th–12th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 1 students · 12th–12th | — |
Schools in Hale Center
Hale Center, Texas · 4 schools
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Common questions about schools in Hale Center, Texas
How many schools are in Hale Center, Texas?
Hale Center has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hale Center, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 3 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Hale Center is 7.0 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 Hale Center, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Hale Center on MySchoolScout is Hale Center H S with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Hale Center, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Hale Center on MySchoolScout is Akin EL with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Hale Center, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Hale Center on MySchoolScout is Carr Middle with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best high school in Hale Center, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Hale Center on MySchoolScout is Hale Center H S with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Hale Center, Texas?
Hale Center is served by 1 school district: Hale Center ISD.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hale Center, Texas?
Among 3 public schools in Hale Center that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 11.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hale Center, 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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