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Best Schools in La Vernia, Texas

4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 4
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.6/10
Estimated Scores: 25%
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Choosing a school in La Vernia?

Use this page to compare every school in La Vernia by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

La Vernia Int

7.3/10

Elementary · La Vernia ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

La Vernia H S

7.2/10

High · La Vernia ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

La Vernia J H

6.6/10

Middle · La Vernia ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in La Vernia for 2026 are La Vernia Int (7.3/10), La Vernia H S (7.2/10), and La Vernia J H (6.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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

4

in this city

Avg Score

6.6

out of 10

Median Home

$359,900

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
La Vernia J H

STAAR proficiency rose +4.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among La Vernia schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in La Vernia

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 La Vernia Int 7.3 / 10
2 La Vernia H S 7.2 / 10
3 La Vernia J H 6.6 / 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
6.6/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$126,726

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$359,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
33%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
37 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
89%

Of occupied housing units

How La Vernia compares

Texas rank

#321 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.3

above Texas avg (6.3)

Median household income

$127k

171% of Texas median

Schools in this city

4

About Schools in La Vernia, Texas

La Vernia, Texas is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in La Vernia show moderate performance 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 La Vernia is La Vernia Int with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

La Vernia is served by 1 school district: LA VERNIA ISD. These districts collectively serve 3,467 students.

La Vernia's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $126,726. The poverty rate in the area is 5.8%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 78121 (4)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 783 students · 3rd–5th 7.3
2 842 students · Pre-K–2nd 5.1

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 836 students · 6th–8th 6.6

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 1,006 students · 9th–12th 7.2

Schools in La Vernia

La Vernia, Texas · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$126,726

Median Home Value

$359,900

Median Rent

$1,086/mo

Population

15,001

College Educated

33%

Homeownership

89%

Avg Commute

37 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Community Profile

La Vernia has a median household income of $126,726. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $359,900, with a median rent of $1,086/month. The local poverty rate of 5.8% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in La Vernia, Texas

How many schools are in La Vernia, Texas?

La Vernia has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in La Vernia, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in La Vernia is 6.6 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 La Vernia, Texas?

The top-ranked school in La Vernia on MySchoolScout is La Vernia Int with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in La Vernia, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in La Vernia on MySchoolScout is La Vernia Int with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best middle school in La Vernia, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in La Vernia on MySchoolScout is La Vernia J H with a composite score of 6.6/10.

What is the best high school in La Vernia, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in La Vernia on MySchoolScout is La Vernia H S with a composite score of 7.2/10.

How many school districts serve La Vernia, Texas?

La Vernia is served by 1 school district: La Vernia ISD.

What is the education level in La Vernia, Texas?

According to Census data, 33% of adults in La Vernia have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in La Vernia, Texas?

The median household income in La Vernia is approximately $126,726 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in La Vernia, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in La Vernia is 17.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in La Vernia, 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.