6.7public avg / 10

Best Schools in Melissa, Texas

7 schools in the directory · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other

Last updated: October 2026

Public: 6

Private: 1

Districts: 1

Comparable public avg (4): 6.7/10

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The short answer

The top-rated public schools in Melissa are North Creek EL (7.3/10), Harry Mckillop EL (6.7/10), and Melissa Middle (6.5/10), among 4 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

6 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.7

4 public schools · out of 10

District

serving the city

Schools

6 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.7

4 public schools · out of 10

District

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024

North Creek EL

STAAR proficiency rose +9.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Melissa public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Melissa

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (4 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	North Creek EL	7.3 / 10	Elementary	—	70th
2	Harry Mckillop EL	6.7 / 10	Elementary	—	55th
3	Melissa Middle	6.5 / 10	Middle	—	50th
4	Melissa H S	6.3 / 10	High	—	46th

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About Schools in Melissa, Texas

Melissa, Texas is home to 7 schools, including 6 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

The 4 public schools in this comparison average 6.7 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 North Creek EL with a composite score of 7.3/10.

Melissa is served by 1 school district: MELISSA ISD. These districts collectively serve 6,735 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.

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Elementary Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	North Creek EL 825 students · Kindergarten–5th	825	Kindergarten–5th	7.3
2	Harry Mckillop EL 944 students · Kindergarten–5th	944	Kindergarten–5th	6.7
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Pinnacle Montessori of MelissaPrivate 9 students · Pre-K–1st	9	Pre-K–1st	Not Rated

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Melissa Middle 1,472 students · 6th–8th	1,472	6th–8th	6.5

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Melissa H S 1,762 students · 9th–12th	1,762	9th–12th	6.3

Other Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Melissa Ridge Education Center 240 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	240	Pre-K–Pre-K	5.3
2	Collin Co J J a E P 1 students · 10th–10th	1	10th–10th	—

Schools in Melissa

Melissa, Texas · 7 schools

Schools by Level

State: Texas
Elementary: 3
Middle: 1
High: 1
Other: 2

Resources

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School District

MELISSA ISD

8 schools · 6,735 students

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Melissa, Texas

How many schools are in Melissa, Texas?

Melissa has 7 schools, including 6 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Melissa, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for 4 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Melissa is 6.7 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 Melissa, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Melissa on MySchoolScout is North Creek EL with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Melissa, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Melissa on MySchoolScout is North Creek EL with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Melissa, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Melissa on MySchoolScout is Melissa Middle with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What is the best high school in Melissa, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Melissa on MySchoolScout is Melissa H S with a composite score of 6.3/10.

How many school districts serve Melissa, Texas?

Melissa is served by 1 school district: Melissa ISD.

Are there private schools in Melissa, Texas?

Yes, Melissa has 1 private school alongside 6 public schools.

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

Among 4 public schools in Melissa 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 Melissa, 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.