Lexington Creek EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 8.5/10
6.3public avg / 10
Best Schools in Missouri City, Texas
33 schools in the directory · 20 Elementary · 6 Middle · 4 High · 3 Other
Public: 25
Private: 8
Districts: 1
Comparable public avg (23): 6.3/10
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Lexington Creek EL
Elementary · Fort Bend ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Dr Lynn Armstrong EL
Elementary · Fort Bend ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Lantern Lane EL
Elementary · Fort Bend ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
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Dr Lynn Armstrong EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 8.1/10
Lantern Lane EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 7.8/10
Palmer EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 7.8/10
Scanlan Oaks EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 7.8/10
Sienna Crossing EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 7.8/10
E a Jones EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 7.7/10
Sonal S Bhuchar EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 7.1/10
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Missouri City are Lexington Creek EL (8.5/10), Dr Lynn Armstrong EL (8.1/10), and Lantern Lane EL (7.8/10), among 23 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
33
25 public · 8 private
Avg Score
6.3
23 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
33
25 public · 8 private
Avg Score
6.3
23 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Best value · beats the odds
Dr Lynn Armstrong ELRates 8.1/10 despite 89% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.2 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 Missouri City public schools in the current comparison.
Most improved · 2022 → 2024
E a Jones ELSTAAR proficiency rose +9.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Missouri City public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Missouri City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (Top 10 of 23 rated schools; 33 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lexington Creek EL | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Dr Lynn Armstrong EL | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Lantern Lane EL | 7.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Palmer EL | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Scanlan Oaks EL | 7.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Sienna Crossing EL | 7.8 / 10 |
| 7 | E a Jones EL | 7.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Sonal S Bhuchar EL | 7.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Donald Leonetti EL | 7.0 / 10 |
| 10 | Edgar Glover JR EL | 6.8 / 10 |
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About Schools in Missouri City, Texas
Missouri City, Texas is home to 33 schools, including 25 public schools and 8 private schools. The city's schools span 20 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, and 4 high schools.
The 23 public schools in this comparison average 6.3 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 Lexington Creek EL with a composite score of 8.5/10.
Missouri City is served by 1 school district: FORT BEND ISD. These districts collectively serve 80,206 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
20 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 521 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 515 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 3 | 436 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 4 | 819 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 5 | 1,048 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 6 | 752 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 7 | 531 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 8 | 703 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.1 |
| 9 | 837 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 |
| 10 | 348 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.8 |
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Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,042 students · 6th–8th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 1,695 students · 6th–8th | 5.2 |
| 3 | 1,320 students · 6th–8th | 5.0 |
| 4 | 1,125 students · 6th–8th | 4.6 |
| 5 | 955 students · 6th–8th | 4.4 |
| 6 | 1 students · 5th–5th | — |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,854 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 2,718 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 |
| 3 | 2,494 students · 9th–12th | 4.7 |
| 4 | 1,615 students · 9th–12th | 4.7 |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 302 students · Pre-K–11th | Not Rated |
| 2 | The Wide SchoolPrivate 295 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
| 3 | 15 students · 3rd–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Missouri City
Missouri City, Texas · 33 schools
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- 20
- Middle
- 6
- High
- 4
- Other
- 3
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Common questions about schools in Missouri City, Texas
How many schools are in Missouri City, Texas?
Missouri City has 33 schools, including 25 public and 8 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Missouri City, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 23 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Missouri City 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 Missouri City, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Missouri City on MySchoolScout is Lexington Creek EL with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Missouri City, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Missouri City on MySchoolScout is Lexington Creek EL with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Missouri City, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Missouri City on MySchoolScout is Quail Valley Middle with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best high school in Missouri City, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Missouri City on MySchoolScout is Ridge Point H S with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Missouri City, Texas?
Missouri City is served by 1 school district: Fort Bend ISD.
Are there private schools in Missouri City, Texas?
Yes, Missouri City has 8 private schools alongside 25 public schools. The top-rated private school is Divine Savior Academy - Sienna Plantation with a score of 6.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Missouri City, Texas?
Among 23 public schools in Missouri City that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 15.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Missouri City, 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.
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