Best Schools in Midlothian, Texas
13 schools · 8 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Midlothian by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Dolores Mcclatchey EL
Elementary · Midlothian ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Longbranch EL
Elementary · Midlothian ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Larue Miller EL
Elementary · Midlothian ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Midlothian for 2026 are Dolores Mcclatchey EL (8.1/10), Longbranch EL (7.8/10), and Larue Miller EL (7.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 12 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
13
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$378,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
13
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$378,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 6.6/10 despite 64% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.0 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 Midlothian schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +11.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Midlothian schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Midlothian
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (12 of 13). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dolores Mcclatchey EL | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Longbranch EL | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Larue Miller EL | 7.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Earl & Marthalu Dieterich Middle | 7.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Mt Peak EL | 7.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Walnut Grove Middle | 6.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Midlothian H S | 6.7 / 10 |
| 8 | T E Baxter EL | 6.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Midlothian Heritage H S | 6.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Irvin EL | 6.6 / 10 |
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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $123,664
- Median home value
- $378,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
46% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Midlothian compares
Texas rank
#234 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Texas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$124k
167% of Texas median
Schools in this city
13
About Schools in Midlothian, Texas
Midlothian, Texas has 13 ranked public schools, all operating within Midlothian ISD. The district runs lean — 13 schools across all grade levels — which means most families follow a clear, predictable path from elementary through high school. The average score across ranked schools is 7.5 out of 10, and 10 of those 13 schools, 77 percent, clear the 7-or-above threshold. That kind of consistency is rare in Texas suburbs and signals a district performing well above average across the board, not just at the top.
The elementary level is where Midlothian stands out most. Longbranch Elementary leads the district with an 8.7 rating — the highest score in the city. T.E. Baxter Elementary and LaRue Miller Elementary both score 8.4, and Dolores McClatchey Elementary follows at 8.2. Four of the city's top five schools are elementaries, which means strong academic foundations are the rule here, not the exception. Parents choosing a home in Midlothian can expect solid options at the grade-school level regardless of which attendance zone they land in.
Midlothian High School rounds out the top five with a 7.9, making it a strong anchor in what is already a high-performing district. A high school score in the upper 7s signals consistent academic outcomes — graduates are entering competitive four-year programs at a meaningful rate. With only one main high school in the city, families have a clear picture of where elementary pathways lead.
For parents evaluating Midlothian, the headline is consistency. A 7.5 district average with 77 percent of schools scoring above 7 means weak schools are the exception, not the pattern. Elementary-aged families have the most flexibility — four schools in the 8-plus range is a strong selection for a city this size. High school families have one main path through Midlothian H.S., which holds up well against state peers. The practical move is to confirm your specific attendance zone early, then check whether any open-enrollment options exist within the district, since assignment boundaries matter even in a uniformly strong system like this one.
Elementary Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 674 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 664 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 3 | 502 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 4 | 639 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
| 5 | 600 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 |
| 6 | 584 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 |
| 7 | 628 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.6 |
| 8 | 625 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 |
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 990 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 988 students · 6th–8th | 6.9 |
| 3 | 666 students · 6th–8th | 5.4 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,940 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 1,603 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
Schools in Midlothian
Midlothian, Texas · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$123,664
Median Home Value
$378,600
Median Rent
$1,873/mo
Population
44,614
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Community Profile
Midlothian has a median household income of $123,664. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $378,600, with a median rent of $1,873/month. The local poverty rate of 6.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 2
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Texas
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Midlothian, Texas
How many schools are in Midlothian, Texas?
Midlothian has 13 schools, including 13 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Midlothian, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Midlothian is 6.9 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 Midlothian, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Midlothian on MySchoolScout is Dolores Mcclatchey EL with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Midlothian, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Midlothian on MySchoolScout is Dolores Mcclatchey EL with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Midlothian, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Midlothian on MySchoolScout is Earl & Marthalu Dieterich Middle with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Midlothian, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Midlothian on MySchoolScout is Midlothian H S with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Midlothian, Texas?
Midlothian is served by 1 school district: Midlothian ISD.
What is the education level in Midlothian, Texas?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Midlothian have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Midlothian, Texas?
The median household income in Midlothian is approximately $123,664 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Midlothian, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Midlothian is 15.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Midlothian, 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.