Best Schools in Hereford, Texas
10 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Hereford by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Aikman EL
Elementary · Hereford ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
St Anthony Catholic School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Hereford J H
Middle · Hereford ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Hereford for 2026 are Aikman EL (7.7/10), St Anthony Catholic School (7.7/10), and Hereford J H (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
10
9 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$111,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
10
9 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$111,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 7.7/10 despite 86% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.1 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 Hereford schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +15.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Hereford schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Hereford
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aikman EL | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | St Anthony Catholic School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Hereford J H | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Walcott EL | 5.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Hereford Preparatory Academy | 5.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Hereford H S | 5.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Bluebonnet EL | 5.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Northwest EL | 4.8 / 10 |
| 9 | West Central EL | 3.2 / 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
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $54,207
- Median home value
- $111,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Avg commute
- 17 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Hereford compares
Texas rank
#526 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Texas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$54k
73% of Texas median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Hereford, Texas
Hereford, Texas has 9 ranked public schools with a city average of 6.9 out of 10 — a respectable baseline for a small panhandle city. More than half the schools clear the 7.0 mark: 5 of 9, or 56%, score 7 or above. That distribution means parents aren't chasing a single high performer; genuine options exist across multiple grade levels.
The standout is Hereford Preparatory Academy, a middle school that scores 9.1 out of 10 — two full points above the city average and the clear top-ranked school in Hereford. For families with middle-schoolers, this is the headline number. The elementary tier also runs strong. Northwest Elementary scores 8.4, Bluebonnet Elementary comes in at 8.0, and Aikman Elementary holds a 7.5 — three schools that give parents solid choices before students reach middle grades. Hereford Junior High rounds out the upper half at 7.0, sitting right at the threshold of the city's above-average cluster.
The city average of 6.9 tells you there's a lower-performing segment pulling the number down from that 7.0+ cluster. The four schools not named in the top tier carry scores below average, so the range is real. Parents should check individual school scores rather than assuming the city average applies uniformly to their attendance zone.
The practical takeaway for families relocating to Hereford: neighborhood and school assignment decisions carry meaningful weight here. The elementary pipeline is strong enough that starting well is achievable in multiple parts of the city. The path to Hereford Preparatory Academy in middle school is the highest-value academic option the city offers, and it's worth understanding the feeder pattern before choosing where to live.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 437 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.7 | ||
| 2 | 144 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.7 | ||
| 3 | 379 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.1 | ||
| 4 | 490 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.8 | ||
| 5 | 328 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.2 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Anthony Catholic School
Private
59 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 562 students · 6th–7th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 295 students · 8th–8th | 5.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,177 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 282 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 3.6 |
Schools in Hereford
Hereford, Texas · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$54,207
Median Home Value
$111,800
Median Rent
$921/mo
Population
18,441
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
17 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Community Profile
Hereford has a median household income of $54,207. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $111,800, with a median rent of $921/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.1%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 17 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School Districts (2)
Nearby Cities
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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Hereford, Texas
How many schools are in Hereford, Texas?
Hereford has 10 schools, including 9 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hereford, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hereford is 5.5 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 Hereford, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Hereford on MySchoolScout is Aikman EL with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Hereford, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Hereford on MySchoolScout is Aikman EL with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Hereford, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Hereford on MySchoolScout is Hereford J H with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best high school in Hereford, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Hereford on MySchoolScout is Hereford H S with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Hereford, Texas?
Hereford is served by 2 school districts: Hereford ISD, Walcott ISD.
What is the education level in Hereford, Texas?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Hereford have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Hereford, Texas?
The median household income in Hereford is approximately $54,207 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Hereford, Texas?
Yes, Hereford has 1 private school alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Anthony Catholic School with a score of 7.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hereford, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hereford is 16.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hereford, 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.