H C Carleston EL
Grades Pre-K–4th · 8.6/10
6.8public avg / 10
Best Schools in Pearland, Texas
32 schools in the directory · 20 Elementary · 8 Middle · 4 High
Public: 23
Private: 9
Districts: 1
Comparable public avg (23): 6.8/10
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H C Carleston EL
Elementary · Pearland ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Massey Ranch EL
Elementary · Pearland ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
C J Harris EL
Elementary · Pearland ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
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Massey Ranch EL
Grades Pre-K–4th · 8.4/10
C J Harris EL
Grades Pre-K–4th · 8.0/10
Magnolia EL
Grades Pre-K–4th · 7.9/10
Robert Turner College and Career H S
Grades 9th–12th · 7.9/10
Rogers Middle
Grades 5th–6th · 7.6/10
Glenda Dawson H S
Grades 8th–12th · 7.4/10
Leon H Sablatura Middle
Grades 5th–6th · 7.3/10
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Pearland are H C Carleston EL (8.6/10), Massey Ranch EL (8.4/10), and C J Harris EL (8.0/10), 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
32
23 public · 9 private
Avg Score
6.8
23 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
32
23 public · 9 private
Avg Score
6.8
23 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Best value · beats the odds
H C Carleston ELRates 8.6/10 despite 68% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.8 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 Pearland public schools in the current comparison.
Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Magnolia ELSTAAR proficiency rose +4.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Pearland public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Pearland
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (Top 10 of 23 rated schools; 32 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | H C Carleston EL | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Massey Ranch EL | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | C J Harris EL | 8.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Magnolia EL | 7.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Robert Turner College and Career H S | 7.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Rogers Middle | 7.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Glenda Dawson H S | 7.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Leon H Sablatura Middle | 7.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Alexander Middle | 7.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Shadycrest EL | 6.7 / 10 |
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About Schools in Pearland, Texas
Pearland, Texas is home to 32 schools, including 23 public schools and 9 private schools. The city's schools span 20 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, and 4 high schools.
The 23 public schools in this comparison average 6.8 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 H C Carleston EL with a composite score of 8.6/10.
Pearland is served by 1 school district: PEARLAND ISD. These districts collectively serve 21,111 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 | 764 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.6 |
| 2 | 593 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.4 |
| 3 | 593 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.0 |
| 4 | 676 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.9 |
| 5 | 584 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.7 |
| 6 | 662 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.6 |
| 7 | 767 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.6 |
| 8 | 605 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.3 |
| 9 | 664 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.1 |
| 10 | 814 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.1 |
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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.
Silvercrest ELSilverline Montessori School - Shadow CreekPrivateParkway Christian AcademyPrivateSt Helen Catholic SchoolPrivateSilverline Montessori - Silverlake CampusPrivateMontessori School of Downtown SilverlakePrivateBright Learners AcademyPrivateKids R Kids No. 42 Shadow Creek RanchPrivateMethodist Childrens ProgramPrivatePrimrose School of West PearlandPrivate
Middle Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 743 students · 5th–6th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 923 students · 5th–6th | 7.3 |
| 3 | 739 students · 5th–6th | 7.1 |
| 4 | 814 students · 7th–8th | 6.5 |
| 5 | 932 students · 7th–8th | 6.4 |
| 6 | 824 students · 7th–8th | 6.2 |
| 7 | 785 students · 5th–6th | 6.1 |
| 8 | 813 students · 7th–8th | 5.9 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,107 students · 9th–12th | 7.9 |
| 2 | 2,548 students · 8th–12th | 7.4 |
| 3 | 3,400 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
| 4 | 106 students · 9th–12th | 5.0 |
Schools in Pearland
Pearland, Texas · 32 schools
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Common questions about schools in Pearland, Texas
How many schools are in Pearland, Texas?
Pearland has 32 schools, including 23 public and 9 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pearland, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 23 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Pearland is 6.8 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 Pearland, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Pearland on MySchoolScout is H C Carleston EL with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Pearland, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Pearland on MySchoolScout is H C Carleston EL with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Pearland, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Pearland on MySchoolScout is Rogers Middle with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Pearland, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Pearland on MySchoolScout is Robert Turner College and Career H S with a composite score of 7.9/10.
How many school districts serve Pearland, Texas?
Pearland is served by 1 school district: Pearland ISD.
Are there private schools in Pearland, Texas?
Yes, Pearland has 9 private schools alongside 23 public schools. The top-rated private school is Silverline Montessori School - Shadow Creek with a score of 7.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pearland, Texas?
Among 23 public schools in Pearland that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 16.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pearland, 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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