Best Schools in Plainview, Texas
7 schools in the directory · 3 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Plainview by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Central EL
Elementary · Plainview ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
North EL
Elementary · Plainview ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Plainview J H
Middle · Plainview ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Plainview are Central EL (8.5/10), North EL (6.7/10), and Plainview J H (6.6/10), among 6 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.
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Avg Score
6.2
6 public schools · out of 10
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1
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Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
6 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Plainview
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (6 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central EL | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | North EL | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Plainview J H | 6.6 / 10 |
| 4 | South EL | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Plainview Int | 5.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Plainview H S | 4.3 / 10 |
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About Schools in Plainview, Texas
Plainview, Texas is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
The 6 public schools in this comparison average 6.2 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 Central EL with a composite score of 8.5/10.
Plainview is served by 1 school district: PLAINVIEW ISD. These districts collectively serve 4,277 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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 541 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 520 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.7 |
| 3 | 478 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.4 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 689 students · 7th–8th | 6.6 |
| 2 | 609 students · 5th–6th | 5.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,430 students · 9th–12th | 4.3 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10 students · 7th–11th | — |
Schools in Plainview
Plainview, Texas · 7 schools
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- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Plainview, Texas
How many schools are in Plainview, Texas?
Plainview has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Plainview, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 6 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Plainview is 6.2 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 Plainview, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Plainview on MySchoolScout is Central EL with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Plainview, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Plainview on MySchoolScout is Central EL with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Plainview, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Plainview on MySchoolScout is Plainview J H with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Plainview, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Plainview on MySchoolScout is Plainview H S with a composite score of 4.3/10.
How many school districts serve Plainview, Texas?
Plainview is served by 1 school district: Plainview ISD.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Plainview, Texas?
Among 6 public schools in Plainview that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 14.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Plainview, 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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