6.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Prairie Lea, Texas

1 schools · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.3/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.3/10
Median household income: $47,917
Median home value: $190,200
Bachelor's degree or higher: 7%
Owner-occupied homes: 84%

How Prairie Lea compares

Median household income

$48k

65% of Texas median

About Schools in Prairie Lea, Texas

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

With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Prairie Lea show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Prairie Lea is Prairie Lea School with a composite score of 6.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Prairie Lea is served by 1 school district: PRAIRIE LEA ISD. These districts collectively serve 265 students.

Prairie Lea's community shows 7% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $47,917. The poverty rate in the area is 33.1%.

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

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	PRAIRIE LEA SCHOOL 265 students · Pre-K–12th	265	Pre-K–12th	6.3

Schools in Prairie Lea

Prairie Lea, Texas · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$47,917

Median Home Value

$190,200

Population

658

College Educated

Homeownership

84%

Poverty Rate

33.1%

Community Profile

Prairie Lea has a median household income of $47,917. It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $190,200. The area has a poverty rate of 33.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.3/10

Resources

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School District

PRAIRIE LEA ISD

1 school · 265 students

Nearby Cities

Luling (3 schools)

7 mi

Lockhart (11 schools)

10 mi

Lewisville (4 schools)

12 mi

San Marcos (20 schools)

Niederwald (1 school)

San Antonio (2 schools)

Other Major Cities in Texas

Top metros statewide by school count.

Houston 899 schools Dallas 480 schools Austin 339 schools Fort Worth 288 schools EL Paso 239 schools

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Prairie Lea, Texas

How many schools are in Prairie Lea, Texas?

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

What is the average school rating in Prairie Lea, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Prairie Lea is 6.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Prairie Lea, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Prairie Lea on MySchoolScout is Prairie Lea School with a composite score of 6.3/10.

How many school districts serve Prairie Lea, Texas?

Prairie Lea is served by 1 school district: Prairie Lea ISD.

What is the education level in Prairie Lea, Texas?

According to Census data, 7% of adults in Prairie Lea have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Prairie Lea, Texas?

The median household income in Prairie Lea is approximately $47,917 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Prairie Lea, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Prairie Lea is 13.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Prairie Lea, 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.