Best Schools in New Braunfels, Texas
58 schools · 34 Elementary · 9 Middle · 12 High · 3 Other
Choosing a school in New Braunfels?
Use this page to compare every school in New Braunfels 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.
Rahe Bulverde EL
Elementary · Comal ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Hoffmann Lane EL
Elementary · Comal ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
First Protestant Church School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in New Braunfels for 2026 are Rahe Bulverde EL (8.9/10), Hoffmann Lane EL (8.7/10), and First Protestant Church School (8.6/10), 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.
Schools
58
50 public · 8 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$433,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
58
50 public · 8 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$433,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.1/10 despite 51% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.7 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 New Braunfels schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +12.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among New Braunfels schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in New Braunfels
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rahe Bulverde EL | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Hoffmann Lane EL | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | First Protestant Church School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Indian Springs EL | 8.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Timberwood Park EL | 8.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Johnson Ranch EL | 8.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Mt Valley EL | 8.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Bill Brown EL | 8.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Garden Ridge EL | 8.0 / 10 |
| 10 | Rebecca Creek EL | 8.0 / 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
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $105,680
- Median home value
- $433,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 44%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
53% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How New Braunfels compares
Texas rank
#277 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above Texas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$106k
142% of Texas median
Schools in this city
55
Education Snapshot
New Braunfels, TexasNew Braunfels runs 58 schools across 2 districts, enrolling roughly 38,352 students spread across 34 elementary, 9 middle, 12 high, and 3 combined campuses. The 55 scored schools average 6.8/10 on the MySchoolScout composite, placing the city 0.5 points above the Texas state average of 6.3/10 — a clear performance margin over the statewide baseline. The city's economic profile reinforces that standing: a median household income of $88,469 runs 11% above the Texas statewide median of $79,932, and 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Elementary schools account for 34 of the 58 total campuses, making early-grades access the defining feature of both districts' combined footprint. Parents should confirm which of the two districts serves their specific address, as performance can differ across district lines even within the same neighborhood.
About Schools in New Braunfels, Texas
New Braunfels, Texas has 49 ranked public schools with an average score of 6.9 out of 10. That average reflects a system where performance is genuinely distributed: 21 schools — 43% of the total — score 7 or above, giving parents a real pool of above-average options to consider rather than a single standout surrounded by weak alternatives.
The top of the range belongs to elementary schools. Rahe Bulverde Elementary leads the city with a score of 8.9 out of 10. Goodwin Frazier Elementary and Lamar Elementary both score 8.7. Startzville Elementary follows at 8.6, and Arlon R. Seay Elementary at 8.5. Five elementary schools scoring between 8.5 and 8.9 is the strongest signal in the data: consistent quality at the primary grades, with the city's best schools clustered in a tight, high-performing band. Families with young children have the densest concentration of top-tier options.
Across all 49 schools, the 6.9 average tells a two-sided story. The 43% clearing a 7 represents a strong upper tier — but it also means the other 57% fall below that threshold. The spread is real and consequential. Two families in different parts of New Braunfels can face very different school assignments, and in a system this size, the difference between a 6.4 and an 8.7 is significant.
For parents in research mode, the practical move is to start with the specific school tied to each address you're considering, then benchmark it against the citywide average of 6.9. The 43% figure tells you competition for the upper tier is real but not out of reach. The elementary ranking cluster is the sharpest filter available: Rahe Bulverde, Goodwin Frazier, Lamar, Startzville, and Arlon R. Seay are the five highest-scoring schools in the city, and each is worth investigating for proximity and enrollment eligibility before you make a neighborhood decision.
Elementary Schools
34 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 586 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.9 |
| 2 | 717 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.7 |
| 3 | 697 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 |
| 4 | 737 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 5 | 1,004 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 6 | 477 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 7 | 774 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 8 | 486 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
| 9 | 598 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
| 10 | 608 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
Show all 34 elementary schools in New Braunfels
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 753 students · 6th–8th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 616 students · 6th–8th | 7.9 |
| 3 | 1,630 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
| 4 | 984 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 |
| 5 | 920 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 |
| 6 | 834 students · 6th–8th | 7.3 |
| 7 | 960 students · 6th–8th | 6.6 |
| 8 | 1,201 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
| 9 | 1,262 students · 6th–8th | 4.9 |
High Schools
12 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 307 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 2,057 students · 9th–12th | 7.2 |
| 3 | 1,012 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 |
| 4 | 2,400 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 |
| 5 | 89 students · 10th–12th | 5.9 |
| 6 | 1,281 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 |
| 7 | 64 students · 6th–12th | 5.1 |
| 8 | 1,967 students · 9th–12th | 4.6 |
| 9 | 42 students · 11th–12th | 3.8 |
| 10 | 4 students · 9th–12th | — |
Show all 12 high schools in New Braunfels
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 266 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 6.5 | ||
| 2 | 765 students · 9th–9th | 5.6 | ||
| 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 | New Braunfels Christian Academy
Private
495 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.5 | ||
Schools in New Braunfels
New Braunfels, Texas · 58 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$105,680
Median Home Value
$433,600
Median Rent
$1,528/mo
Population
136,170
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Community Profile
New Braunfels has a median household income of $105,680. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $433,600, with a median rent of $1,528/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 34
- Middle
- 9
- High
- 12
- Other
- 3
Resources
School Districts (2)
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Texas
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in New Braunfels, Texas
How many schools are in New Braunfels, Texas?
New Braunfels has 58 schools, including 50 public and 8 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in New Braunfels, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in New Braunfels 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 New Braunfels, Texas?
The top-ranked school in New Braunfels on MySchoolScout is Rahe Bulverde EL with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in New Braunfels, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in New Braunfels on MySchoolScout is Rahe Bulverde EL with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best middle school in New Braunfels, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in New Braunfels on MySchoolScout is Church Hill Middle with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best high school in New Braunfels, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in New Braunfels on MySchoolScout is Memorial Early College H S with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve New Braunfels, Texas?
New Braunfels is served by 2 school districts: Comal ISD, New Braunfels ISD.
What is the education level in New Braunfels, Texas?
According to Census data, 44% of adults in New Braunfels have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in New Braunfels, Texas?
The median household income in New Braunfels is approximately $105,680 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in New Braunfels, Texas?
Yes, New Braunfels has 8 private schools alongside 50 public schools. The top-rated private school is First Protestant Church School with a score of 8.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in New Braunfels, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in New Braunfels is 14.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in New Braunfels, 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.