Best Schools in Lancaster, Texas
12 schools in the directory · 8 Elementary · 3 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Lancaster by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Houston EL
Elementary · Lancaster ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center
Middle · Lancaster ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Iltexas Lancaster EL
Elementary · International Leadership of Texas (iltexas). Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Lancaster are Houston EL (7.2/10), G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center (6.6/10), and Iltexas Lancaster EL (5.8/10), among 11 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.
Schools
12
11 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.1
11 public schools · out of 10
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
12
11 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.1
11 public schools · out of 10
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 7.2/10 despite 92% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.9 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 Lancaster public schools in the current comparison.
STAAR proficiency rose +7.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Lancaster public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Lancaster
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (Top 10 of 11 rated schools; 12 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Houston EL | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center | 6.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Iltexas Lancaster EL | 5.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Lancaster Middle | 5.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Lancaster H S | 5.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Belt Line EL | 5.2 / 10 |
| 7 | West Main EL | 5.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Rosa Parks/millbrook EL | 4.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Rolling Hills EL | 4.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Pleasant Run EL | 3.1 / 10 |
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About Schools in Lancaster, Texas
Lancaster, Texas is home to 12 schools, including 11 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school.
The 11 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 Houston EL with a composite score of 7.2/10.
Lancaster is served by 2 school districts: INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP OF TEXAS (ILTEXAS), LANCASTER ISD. These districts collectively serve 29,794 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
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 708 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 | ||
| 2 | 717 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.8 | ||
| 3 | 522 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 | ||
| 4 | 608 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.0 | ||
| 5 | 441 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.6 | ||
| 6 | 428 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.5 | ||
| 7 | 600 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.1 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 13 students · Pre-K–1st | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 426 students · 6th–6th | 6.6 |
| 2 | 968 students · 7th–8th | 5.8 |
| 3 | 383 students · 6th–8th | 2.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,313 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
Schools in Lancaster
Lancaster, Texas · 12 schools
Schools by Level
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- Middle
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- High
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Common questions about schools in Lancaster, Texas
How many schools are in Lancaster, Texas?
Lancaster has 12 schools, including 11 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lancaster, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 11 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Lancaster 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 Lancaster, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Lancaster on MySchoolScout is Houston EL with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lancaster, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lancaster on MySchoolScout is Houston EL with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Lancaster, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Lancaster on MySchoolScout is G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Lancaster, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Lancaster on MySchoolScout is Lancaster H S with a composite score of 5.4/10.
How many school districts serve Lancaster, Texas?
Lancaster is served by 2 school districts: International Leadership of Texas (iltexas), Lancaster ISD.
Are there private schools in Lancaster, Texas?
Yes, Lancaster has 1 private school alongside 11 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lancaster, Texas?
Among 11 public schools in Lancaster that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 16.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lancaster, 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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