5.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Midland, Texas

58 schools · 34 Elementary · 5 Middle · 9 High · 10 Other

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 46

Private: 12

Districts: 4

Avg Rating: 5.6/10

Estimated Scores: 2%

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Choosing a school in Midland?

Use this page to compare every school in Midland by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

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

Elementary · Midland Academy Charter School. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Midland for 2026 are Carver Center (8.9/10), Midland Academy Charter School (8.3/10), and James Bowie Fine Arts Academy (8.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 50 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.

Best value · beats the odds

Milam EL

Rates 7.3/10 despite 73% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.4 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 Midland schools.

Most improved · 2022 → 2024

Milam EL

STAAR proficiency rose +17.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Midland schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Midland

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (50 of 58). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Carver Center	8.9 / 10	Elementary	+2.0	96th
2	Midland Academy Charter School	8.3 / 10	Elementary	+2.4	89th
3	James Bowie Fine Arts Academy	8.0 / 10	Elementary	+1.4	82th
4	Early College H S at Midland College	8.0 / 10	High	+2.0	82th
5	Trinity School	8.0 / 10	Other	—	93th
6	Greenwood Int	7.5 / 10	Elementary	+1.4	72th
7	Holy Cross Catholic High School	7.4 / 10	High	—	80th
8	Milam EL	7.3 / 10	Elementary	+2.4	68th
9	Midland Montessori School	7.3 / 10	Elementary	—	77th
10	Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL	7.1 / 10	Elementary	+1.9	64th

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.6/10
Median household income: $90,807
Median home value: $283,360
Bachelor's degree or higher: 28%
Avg commute: 21 min
Owner-occupied homes: 69%

How Midland compares

Texas rank

#524 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.7

below Texas avg (6.3)

Median household income

$91k

122% of Texas median

Schools in this city

55

Education Snapshot

Midland, Texas

Midland's 58 schools span 4 districts and enroll roughly 35,634 students, with the level mix weighted toward the early grades: 34 elementary campuses feed just 9 high schools. The average MySchoolScout composite rating across 55 scored schools is 5.6/10 — 0.7 points below the Texas state average of 6.3/10. That gap stands in contrast to Midland's household economics: a median income of $82,414 tops the Texas state median by 3%, placing the city above the state line on wealth but below it on school ratings. Eleven charter schools — roughly one in five campuses — give families public alternatives beyond the traditional district options. Adult educational attainment sits at 27% with a bachelor's degree or higher, a figure that may partly explain why above-average income has not pushed local school ratings toward or above the state average.

About Schools in Midland, Texas

Midland, Texas runs 44 ranked public schools, giving families a real range to evaluate. The city-wide average sits at 6.2 out of 10, which puts most schools in the middle tier — functional but not exceptional. The stronger end of that range is meaningful: 11 schools, or about one in four, score 7 or above, so high-performing options exist for families willing to research placement carefully.

Carver Center leads the city with an 8.7, the highest score among all 44 ranked schools. Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory Elementary follows at 8.6 — its name signals the academic orientation directly, and the score backs it up. Both are elementary programs, which matters for families with younger children who want to establish a strong foundation early. Midland Academy Charter School (8.2) and Emerson Elementary (8.1) round out a cluster of four elementary schools all clearing the 8.0 mark, an unusually dense concentration of high performers at the same grade band. Parents with elementary-age kids in Midland have more high-quality public options than the city average alone suggests.

The high school tier produces one standout: Early College High School at Midland College scores 8.4, making it the top-ranked secondary program in the city and one of the higher-scoring schools overall. The dual-enrollment structure means students can accumulate college credits before graduating — a concrete financial and academic advantage. Families prioritizing high school outcomes should put it near the top of their list, while noting that early college programs often carry competitive admissions or application requirements worth confirming directly with the school.

For parents navigating Midland's full landscape, the practical read is this: the city's 6.2 average means school selection matters more here than in districts where scores cluster at the top. The 25% of schools scoring 7 or higher are spread across grade levels, so assignment zone and transfer eligibility are worth checking early. Targeting the top-rated schools — especially the four elementary programs above 8.0 — can significantly change the academic trajectory available to a child in Midland.

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Elementary Schools

34 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Carver Center 510 students · 1st–6th	510	1st–6th	8.9
2	Midland Academy Charter School 402 students · Kindergarten–8th	402	Kindergarten–8th	8.3
3	James Bowie Fine Arts Academy 508 students · Pre-K–6th	508	Pre-K–6th	8.0
4	Greenwood Int 758 students · 3rd–5th	758	3rd–5th	7.5
5	Milam EL 459 students · Pre-K–6th	459	Pre-K–6th	7.3
6	Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL 475 students · Pre-K–6th	475	Pre-K–6th	7.1
7	Barbara Fasken EL 964 students · Pre-K–6th	964	Pre-K–6th	7.1
8	Barbara Yarbrough EL 716 students · Pre-K–6th	716	Pre-K–6th	7.1
9	General Tommy Franks EL 877 students · Pre-K–6th	877	Pre-K–6th	7.1
10	Rusk EL 517 students · Pre-K–6th	517	Pre-K–6th	6.8

Show all 34 elementary schools in Midland

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.

Middle Schools

5 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	James R Brooks Middle 799 students · 6th–8th	799	6th–8th	5.8
2	San Jacinto J H 934 students · 6th–8th	934	6th–8th	5.1
3	Abell J H 1,094 students · 7th–8th	1,094	7th–8th	4.0
4	Goddard J H 1,063 students · 7th–8th	1,063	7th–8th	3.4
5	Barbara Culver Juvenile Detention Center 4 students · 5th–11th	4	5th–11th	—

High Schools

9 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Early College H S at Midland College 351 students · 9th–12th	351	9th–12th	8.0
2	Greenwood H S 848 students · 9th–12th	848	9th–12th	6.4
3	Viola M Coleman H S 201 students · 9th–12th	201	9th–12th	4.2
4	Richard Milburn Academy Midland 126 students · 9th–12th	126	9th–12th	3.5
5	Midland H S 2,577 students · 7th–12th	2,577	7th–12th	3.5
6	Alamo J H 796 students · 7th–12th	796	7th–12th	3.4
7	Legacy H S 2,656 students · 9th–12th	2,656	9th–12th	3.4
8	Midland Alternative Program 18 students · 7th–12th	18	7th–12th	—
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Holy Cross Catholic High School Private 43 students · 9th–12th	43	9th–12th	7.4

Other Schools

10 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Young Women's Leadership Academy 351 students · 6th–11th	351	6th–11th	6.0
2	Idea Travis Academy 1,195 students · Pre-K–9th	1,195	Pre-K–9th	5.4
3	Midland Freshman H S 856 students · 9th–9th	856	9th–9th	4.3
4	Pre-k Academy at Midland College 178 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	178	Pre-K–Pre-K	3.6
5	Legacy Freshman H S 871 students · 9th–9th	871	9th–9th	2.7
Private Schools 5 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Trinity School Private 508 students · Pre-K–12th	508	Pre-K–12th	8.0
2	Orion High School Private 291 students · Kindergarten–12th	291	Kindergarten–12th	6.3
3	Hillcrest School Private 111 students · Kindergarten–12th	111	Kindergarten–12th	6.1
4	Bynum School Private 114 students · UG–UG	114	UG–UG	6.1
5	Midland Christian School Private 1,253 students · Pre-K–12th	1,253	Pre-K–12th	6.1

Schools in Midland

Midland, Texas · 58 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 5 ZIP codes

Median Income

$90,807

Median Home Value

$283,360

Median Rent

$1,303/mo

Population

165,318

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Community Profile

Midland has a median household income of $90,807. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $283,360, with a median rent of $1,303/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.7%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Texas
Elementary: 34
Middle: 5
High: 9
Other: 10

Resources

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School Districts (4)

RICHARD MILBURN ALTER HIGH SCHOOL (KILLEEN)

9 schools · 1,450 students

MIDLAND ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL

1 school · 402 students

GREENWOOD ISD

4 schools · 3,257 students

MIDLAND ISD

40 schools · 28,752 students

Nearby Cities

San Angelo (1 school)

2 mi

Lewisville (3 schools)

Other Major Cities in Texas

Top metros statewide by school count.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Midland, Texas

How many schools are in Midland, Texas?

Midland has 58 schools, including 46 public and 12 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Midland, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Midland is 5.6 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 Midland, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Midland on MySchoolScout is Carver Center with a composite score of 8.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Midland, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Midland on MySchoolScout is Carver Center with a composite score of 8.9/10.

What is the best middle school in Midland, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Midland on MySchoolScout is James R Brooks Middle with a composite score of 5.8/10.

What is the best high school in Midland, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Midland on MySchoolScout is Early College H S at Midland College with a composite score of 8.0/10.

How many school districts serve Midland, Texas?

Midland is served by 4 school districts: Richard Milburn Alter High School (killeen), Midland Academy Charter School, Greenwood ISD, Midland ISD.

What is the education level in Midland, Texas?

According to Census data, 28% of adults in Midland have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Midland, Texas?

The median household income in Midland is approximately $90,807 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Midland, Texas?

Yes, Midland has 12 private schools alongside 46 public schools. The top-rated private school is Trinity School with a score of 8.0/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Midland is 18.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Midland, 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.