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Best Schools in Mcdade, Texas

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.3/10
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Mcdade H S

7.3/10

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

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Mcdade EL

5.4/10

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

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Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

6.3

out of 10

Median Home

$247,300

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Mcdade

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Mcdade H S 7.3 / 10
2 Mcdade EL 5.4 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.3/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$66,071

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$247,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
17%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
39 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
96%

Of occupied housing units

How Mcdade compares

Median household income

$66k

89% of Texas median

About Schools in Mcdade, Texas

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

With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Mcdade 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 Mcdade is Mcdade H S with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Mcdade is served by 1 school district: MCDADE ISD. These districts collectively serve 360 students.

Mcdade's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,071. The poverty rate in the area is 9.8%.

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.

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Filter by ZIP: 78650 (2)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Mcdade EL
195 students · Pre-K–6th 		5.4

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Mcdade H S
165 students · 7th–12th 		7.3

Schools in Mcdade

Mcdade, Texas · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$66,071

Median Home Value

$247,300

Median Rent

$1,144/mo

Population

2,679

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

96%

Avg Commute

39 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Community Profile

Mcdade has a median household income of $66,071. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $247,300, with a median rent of $1,144/month. The local poverty rate of 9.8% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 39 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Texas
Elementary
1
High
1

Resources

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School District

MCDADE ISD

2 schools · 360 students

Nearby Cities

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Cedar Creek (4 schools)
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Thrall (3 schools)
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Giddings (8 schools)
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Lewisville (4 schools)
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Thorndale (4 schools)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Mcdade, Texas

How many schools are in Mcdade, Texas?

Mcdade has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Mcdade, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mcdade is 6.3 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 Mcdade, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Mcdade on MySchoolScout is Mcdade H S with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Mcdade, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Mcdade on MySchoolScout is Mcdade EL with a composite score of 5.4/10.

What is the best high school in Mcdade, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Mcdade on MySchoolScout is Mcdade H S with a composite score of 7.3/10.

How many school districts serve Mcdade, Texas?

Mcdade is served by 1 school district: Mcdade ISD.

What is the education level in Mcdade, Texas?

According to Census data, 17% of adults in Mcdade have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Mcdade, Texas?

The median household income in Mcdade is approximately $66,071 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Mcdade, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mcdade is 11.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mcdade, 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.