Best Schools in Karnes City, Texas
6 schools in the directory · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Karnes City?
Use this page to compare every school in Karnes City by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Karnes City J H
Middle · Karnes City ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Karnes City H S
High · Karnes City ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Roger E Sides EL
Elementary · Karnes City 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 Karnes City are Karnes City J H (5.8/10), Karnes City H S (4.7/10), and Roger E Sides EL (4.7/10), 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
5.1
3 public schools · out of 10
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1
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Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.1
3 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Karnes City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (3 rated schools; 6 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karnes City J H | 5.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Karnes City H S | 4.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Roger E Sides EL | 4.7 / 10 |
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About Schools in Karnes City, Texas
Karnes City, Texas is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
The 3 public schools in this comparison average 5.1 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 Karnes City J H with a composite score of 5.8/10.
Karnes City is served by 1 school district: KARNES CITY ISD. These districts collectively serve 1,031 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 | 196 students · Pre-K–1st | 5.8 |
| 2 | 289 students · 2nd–5th | 4.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 230 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 310 students · 9th–12th | 4.7 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 students · 10th–10th | — |
| 2 | 4 students · 7th–10th | — |
Schools in Karnes City
Karnes City, Texas · 6 schools
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- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Karnes City, Texas
How many schools are in Karnes City, Texas?
Karnes City has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Karnes City, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 3 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Karnes City is 5.1 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 Karnes City, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Karnes City on MySchoolScout is Karnes City J H with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Karnes City, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Karnes City on MySchoolScout is Roger E Sides EL with a composite score of 4.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Karnes City, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Karnes City on MySchoolScout is Karnes City J H with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best high school in Karnes City, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Karnes City on MySchoolScout is Karnes City H S with a composite score of 4.7/10.
How many school districts serve Karnes City, Texas?
Karnes City is served by 1 school district: Karnes City ISD.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Karnes City, Texas?
Among 3 public schools in Karnes City that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 11.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Karnes City, 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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