7.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Happy, Texas

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.0/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.0/10
Median household income: $69,219
Median home value: $119,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 30%
Avg commute: 24 min
Owner-occupied homes: 82%

How Happy compares

Median household income

$69k

93% of Texas median

About Schools in Happy, Texas

Happy, Texas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Happy perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Happy is Happy H S with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Happy is served by 1 school district: HAPPY ISD. These districts collectively serve 270 students.

Happy's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,219. The poverty rate in the area is 17.4%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	HAPPY EL 140 students · Pre-K–6th	140	Pre-K–6th	5.3

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	HAPPY H S 130 students · 7th–12th	130	7th–12th	8.7

Schools in Happy

Happy, Texas · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$69,219

Median Home Value

$119,100

Median Rent

$988/mo

Population

1,181

College Educated

30%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

17.4%

Community Profile

Happy has a median household income of $69,219. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $119,100, with a median rent of $988/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.4%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.0/10

Resources

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School District

HAPPY ISD

2 schools · 270 students

Nearby Cities

Lewisville (3 schools)

25 mi

Kress (2 schools)

27 mi

Amarillo (77 schools)

Other Major Cities in Texas

Top metros statewide by school count.

Houston 899 schools San Antonio 616 schools Dallas 480 schools Austin 339 schools Fort Worth 288 schools

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 Happy, Texas

How many schools are in Happy, Texas?

Happy has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Happy, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Happy is 7.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Happy on MySchoolScout is Happy H S with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Happy, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Happy on MySchoolScout is Happy EL with a composite score of 5.3/10.

What is the best high school in Happy, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Happy on MySchoolScout is Happy H S with a composite score of 8.7/10.

How many school districts serve Happy, Texas?

Happy is served by 1 school district: Happy ISD.

What is the education level in Happy, Texas?

According to Census data, 30% of adults in Happy have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Happy, Texas?

The median household income in Happy is approximately $69,219 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Happy is 10.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Happy, 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.