8.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Petersburg, Texas

1 schools · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.3/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.3/10
Median household income: $44,042
Median home value: $72,600
Bachelor's degree or higher: 14%
Owner-occupied homes: 68%

How Petersburg compares

Median household income

$44k

59% of Texas median

About Schools in Petersburg, Texas

Petersburg, Texas is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .

With an average rating of 8.3 out of 10, schools in Petersburg perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Petersburg is Petersburg School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Petersburg is served by 1 school district: PETERSBURG ISD. These districts collectively serve 274 students.

Petersburg's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $44,042. The poverty rate in the area is 14.1%.

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.

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Other Schools

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#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	PETERSBURG SCHOOL 274 students · Pre-K–12th	274	Pre-K–12th	8.3

Schools in Petersburg

Petersburg, Texas · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$44,042

Median Home Value

$72,600

Median Rent

$637/mo

Population

1,089

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

68%

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Community Profile

Petersburg has a median household income of $44,042. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $72,600, with a median rent of $637/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.3/10

Resources

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School District

PETERSBURG ISD

1 school · 274 students

Nearby Cities

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Abernathy (4 schools)

Hale Center (4 schools)

19 mi

Shallowater (5 schools)

20 mi

Plainview (8 schools)

23 mi

Cotton Center (1 school)

24 mi

Crosbyton (3 schools)

25 mi

Lubbock (82 schools)

27 mi

Lewisville (2 schools)

27 mi

Slaton (5 schools)

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Petersburg, Texas

How many schools are in Petersburg, Texas?

Petersburg has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Petersburg, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Petersburg is 8.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Petersburg, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Petersburg on MySchoolScout is Petersburg School with a composite score of 8.3/10.

How many school districts serve Petersburg, Texas?

Petersburg is served by 1 school district: Petersburg ISD.

What is the education level in Petersburg, Texas?

According to Census data, 14% of adults in Petersburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Petersburg, Texas?

The median household income in Petersburg is approximately $44,042 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Petersburg, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Petersburg is 9.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Petersburg, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.