Best Schools in New Caney, Texas
9 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in New Caney by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Dogwood EL
Elementary · New Caney ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Timber Lakes EL
Elementary · Splendora ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Tavola EL
Elementary · New Caney ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in New Caney for 2026 are Dogwood EL (7.6/10), Timber Lakes EL (7.2/10), and Tavola EL (5.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
9
in this city
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$218,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$218,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 7.6/10 despite 87% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 3.1 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 Caney schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +5.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among New Caney schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in New Caney
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dogwood EL | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Timber Lakes EL | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Tavola EL | 5.4 / 10 |
| 4 | The Learning Ctr | 4.8 / 10 |
| 5 | New Caney H S | 4.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Keefer Crossing Middle | 3.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Oakley EL | 3.7 / 10 |
| 8 | New Caney EL | 3.4 / 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
- 5.1/10
- Median household income
- $73,773
- Median home value
- $218,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 37 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How New Caney compares
Texas rank
#586 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.2
below Texas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$74k
99% of Texas median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in New Caney, Texas
New Caney, Texas is home to 9 schools, including 9 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.1 out of 10, schools in New Caney show moderate performance 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 New Caney is Dogwood EL with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
New Caney is served by 2 school districts: NEW CANEY ISD, SPLENDORA ISD. These districts collectively serve 24,208 students.
New Caney's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,773. The poverty rate in the area is 15.1%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 846 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 782 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.2 |
| 3 | 1,038 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 |
| 4 | 813 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.7 |
| 5 | 655 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,255 students · 6th–8th | 3.9 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,363 students · 9th–12th | 4.6 |
| 2 | 15 students · 7th–12th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 104 students · 4th–12th | 4.8 |
Schools in New Caney
New Caney, Texas · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$73,773
Median Home Value
$218,800
Median Rent
$1,366/mo
Population
34,770
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
37 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Community Profile
New Caney has a median household income of $73,773. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $218,800, with a median rent of $1,366/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.1%. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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 Caney, Texas
How many schools are in New Caney, Texas?
New Caney has 9 schools, including 9 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in New Caney, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in New Caney is 5.1 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 Caney, Texas?
The top-ranked school in New Caney on MySchoolScout is Dogwood EL with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in New Caney, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in New Caney on MySchoolScout is Dogwood EL with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best middle school in New Caney, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in New Caney on MySchoolScout is Keefer Crossing Middle with a composite score of 3.9/10.
What is the best high school in New Caney, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in New Caney on MySchoolScout is New Caney H S with a composite score of 4.6/10.
How many school districts serve New Caney, Texas?
New Caney is served by 2 school districts: New Caney ISD, Splendora ISD.
What is the education level in New Caney, Texas?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in New Caney have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in New Caney, Texas?
The median household income in New Caney is approximately $73,773 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in New Caney, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in New Caney is 14.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in New Caney, 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.