Tom R Ellisor EL
Grades Pre-K–4th · 9.0/10
6.8public avg / 10
Best Schools in Magnolia, Texas
21 schools in the directory · 9 Elementary · 4 Middle · 4 High · 4 Other
Public: 17
Private: 4
Districts: 2
Comparable public avg (16): 6.8/10
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Tom R Ellisor EL
Elementary · Magnolia ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Bear Branch EL
Elementary · Magnolia ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
J L Lyon EL
Elementary · Magnolia ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
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Bear Branch EL
Grades Pre-K–4th · 8.7/10
J L Lyon EL
Grades Pre-K–4th · 8.5/10
Nichols Sawmill EL
Grades Pre-K–4th · 8.3/10
Magnolia EL
Grades Pre-K–4th · 7.9/10
Cedric C Smith
Grades Pre-K–4th · 7.1/10
Magnolia Int
Grades 5th–6th · 7.0/10
Magnolia H S
Grades 9th–12th · 6.9/10
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Magnolia are Tom R Ellisor EL (9.0/10), Bear Branch EL (8.7/10), and J L Lyon EL (8.5/10), among 16 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
21
17 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.8
16 public schools · out of 10
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
21
17 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.8
16 public schools · out of 10
Districts
2
serving the city
Best value · beats the odds
Tom R Ellisor ELRates 9.0/10 despite 41% 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 Magnolia public schools in the current comparison.
Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Bear Branch ELSTAAR proficiency rose +10.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Magnolia public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Magnolia
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (Top 10 of 16 rated schools; 21 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tom R Ellisor EL | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Bear Branch EL | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | J L Lyon EL | 8.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Nichols Sawmill EL | 8.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Magnolia EL | 7.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Cedric C Smith | 7.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Magnolia Int | 7.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Magnolia H S | 6.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Willie E Williams EL | 6.6 / 10 |
| 10 | Magnolia West H S | 6.4 / 10 |
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About Schools in Magnolia, Texas
Magnolia, Texas is home to 21 schools, including 17 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 4 high schools.
The 16 public schools in this comparison average 6.8 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 Tom R Ellisor EL with a composite score of 9.0/10.
Magnolia is served by 2 school districts: MAGNOLIA ISD, TOMBALL ISD. These districts collectively serve 36,741 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
9 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 494 students · Pre-K–4th | 9.0 |
| 2 | 568 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.7 |
| 3 | 738 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.5 |
| 4 | 554 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.3 |
| 5 | 692 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.9 |
| 6 | 777 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.1 |
| 7 | 871 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.6 |
| 8 | 713 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.3 |
| 9 | 859 students · Pre-K–4th | 4.2 |
Middle Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,092 students · 5th–6th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 1,019 students · 5th–6th | 6.0 |
| 3 | 1,077 students · 7th–8th | 5.7 |
| 4 | 1,059 students · 7th–8th | 5.4 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,258 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 |
| 2 | 2,325 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
| 3 | 82 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 |
| 4 | 3 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Texas Autism AcademyPrivate 31 students · 1st–9th | Not Rated |
| 2 | Central Baptist AcademyPrivate 37 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
| 3 | Magnolia Classical AcademyPrivate 71 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
| 4 | Magnolia Classical AcademyPrivate 59 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Magnolia
Magnolia, Texas · 21 schools
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 4
- High
- 4
- Other
- 4
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Common questions about schools in Magnolia, Texas
How many schools are in Magnolia, Texas?
Magnolia has 21 schools, including 17 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Magnolia, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 16 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Magnolia is 6.8 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 Magnolia, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Magnolia on MySchoolScout is Tom R Ellisor EL with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Magnolia, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Magnolia on MySchoolScout is Tom R Ellisor EL with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Magnolia, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Magnolia on MySchoolScout is Magnolia Int with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best high school in Magnolia, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Magnolia on MySchoolScout is Magnolia H S with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Magnolia, Texas?
Magnolia is served by 2 school districts: Magnolia ISD, Tomball ISD.
Are there private schools in Magnolia, Texas?
Yes, Magnolia has 4 private schools alongside 17 public schools. The top-rated private school is Texas Autism Academy with a score of 7.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Magnolia, Texas?
Among 16 public schools in Magnolia that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 15.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Magnolia, 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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