Best Schools in Merit, Texas
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Merit?
Use this page to compare every school in Merit by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Bland H S
High · Bland ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bland EL
Elementary · Bland ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bland Middle
Middle · Bland ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Merit for 2026 are Bland H S (8.6/10), Bland EL (8.3/10), and Bland Middle (8.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
8.3
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
8.3
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +0.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Merit schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Merit
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bland H S | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Bland EL | 8.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Bland Middle | 8.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
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At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.3/10
100% of schools rated 7+
How Merit compares
Texas rank
#33 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+2.1
above Texas avg (6.3)
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Merit, Texas
Merit, Texas is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.3 out of 10, schools in Merit perform strongly 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 Merit is Bland H S with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Merit is served by 1 school district: BLAND ISD. These districts collectively serve 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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 394 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 163 students · 6th–8th | 8.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 237 students · 9th–12th | 8.6 |
Schools in Merit
Merit, Texas · 3 schools
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Common questions about schools in Merit, Texas
How many schools are in Merit, Texas?
Merit has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Merit, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Merit is 8.3 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 Merit, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Merit on MySchoolScout is Bland H S with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Merit, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Merit on MySchoolScout is Bland EL with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Merit, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Merit on MySchoolScout is Bland Middle with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best high school in Merit, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Merit on MySchoolScout is Bland H S with a composite score of 8.6/10.
How many school districts serve Merit, Texas?
Merit is served by 1 school district: Bland ISD.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Merit, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Merit is 12.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Merit, 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.