5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Marble Falls, Texas

8 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 5

Private: 3

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.8/10

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The short answer

The top-rated schools in Marble Falls for 2026 are Marble Falls H S (6.6/10), Falls Career H S (5.9/10), and Colt EL (5.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 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.

Most improved · 2022 → 2024

Marble Falls Middle

STAAR proficiency rose +5.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Marble Falls schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Marble Falls

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Marble Falls H S	6.6 / 10	High	—	54th
2	Falls Career H S	5.9 / 10	High	—	41th
3	Colt EL	5.8 / 10	Elementary	—	39th
4	Marble Falls Middle	5.7 / 10	Middle	—	37th
5	Faith Academy of Marble Falls	5.7 / 10	Other	—	30th
6	First Baptist Christian School Marble Falls	5.7 / 10	Elementary	—	30th
7	Marble Falls EL	4.9 / 10	Elementary	—	23th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.8/10
Median household income: $72,669
Median home value: $315,200
Bachelor's degree or higher: 33%
Avg commute: 25 min
Owner-occupied homes: 67%

How Marble Falls compares

Texas rank

#484 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.5

below Texas avg (6.3)

Median household income

$73k

98% of Texas median

Schools in this city

7

About Schools in Marble Falls, Texas

Marble Falls, Texas is home to 8 schools, including 5 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Marble Falls 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 Marble Falls is Marble Falls H S with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Marble Falls is served by 1 school district: MARBLE FALLS ISD. These districts collectively serve 4,048 students.

Marble Falls's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,669. The poverty rate in the area is 8.0%.

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.

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Filter by ZIP: 78654 (8)

Elementary Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Colt EL 618 students · Pre-K–5th	618	Pre-K–5th	5.8
2	Marble Falls EL 555 students · Pre-K–5th	555	Pre-K–5th	4.9
Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	First Baptist Christian School Marble Falls Private 69 students · Pre-K–8th	69	Pre-K–8th	5.7
2	Tierra Vista Montessori School Private 3 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	3	Pre-K–Kindergarten	—

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Marble Falls Middle 890 students · 6th–8th	890	6th–8th	5.7

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Marble Falls H S 1,128 students · 9th–12th	1,128	9th–12th	6.6
2	Falls Career H S 41 students · 9th–12th	41	9th–12th	5.9

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Faith Academy of Marble Falls Private 304 students · Pre-K–12th	304	Pre-K–12th	5.7

Schools in Marble Falls

Marble Falls, Texas · 8 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$72,669

Median Home Value

$315,200

Median Rent

$1,404/mo

Population

19,946

College Educated

33%

Homeownership

67%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

8.0%

Community Profile

Marble Falls has a median household income of $72,669. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $315,200, with a median rent of $1,404/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Texas
Elementary: 4
Middle: 1
High: 2
Other: 1

Resources

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School District

MARBLE FALLS ISD

7 schools · 4,048 students

Nearby Cities

Granite Shoals (1 school)

7 mi

Burnet (5 schools)

13 mi

Kingsland (2 schools)

12 mi

Bertram (1 school)

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Spicewood (5 schools)

18 mi

Lago Vista (4 schools)

19 mi

Johnson City (4 schools)

23 mi

Liberty Hill (10 schools)

Cedar Park (22 schools)

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Dripping Springs (10 schools)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Marble Falls, Texas

How many schools are in Marble Falls, Texas?

Marble Falls has 8 schools, including 5 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Marble Falls, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Marble Falls is 5.8 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 Marble Falls, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Marble Falls on MySchoolScout is Marble Falls H S with a composite score of 6.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Marble Falls, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Marble Falls on MySchoolScout is Colt EL with a composite score of 5.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Marble Falls, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Marble Falls on MySchoolScout is Marble Falls Middle with a composite score of 5.7/10.

What is the best high school in Marble Falls, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Marble Falls on MySchoolScout is Marble Falls H S with a composite score of 6.6/10.

How many school districts serve Marble Falls, Texas?

Marble Falls is served by 1 school district: Marble Falls ISD.

What is the education level in Marble Falls, Texas?

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

What is the median income in Marble Falls, Texas?

The median household income in Marble Falls is approximately $72,669 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Marble Falls, Texas?

Yes, Marble Falls has 3 private schools alongside 5 public schools. The top-rated private school is Faith Academy of Marble Falls with a score of 5.7/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Marble Falls, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Marble Falls is 10.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Marble Falls, 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.