5.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Red Oak, Texas

15 schools · 10 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 15

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 5.5/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.5/10
Median household income: $96,150
Median home value: $296,000
Bachelor's degree or higher: 31%
Avg commute: 33 min
Owner-occupied homes: 84%

How Red Oak compares

Texas rank

#573 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.7

below Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$96k

129% of Texas median

Schools in this city

15

About Schools in Red Oak, Texas

Red Oak, Texas is home to 15 schools, including 15 public schools. The city's schools span 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Red Oak show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Red Oak is Red Oak H S with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Red Oak is served by 2 school districts: LIFE SCHOOL, RED OAK ISD. These districts collectively serve 12,326 students.

Red Oak's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $96,150. The poverty rate in the area is 10.2%.

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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Elementary Schools

10 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	RED OAK EL 523 students · Pre-K–5th	523	Pre-K–5th	7.4
2	WOODEN EL 524 students · Pre-K–5th	524	Pre-K–5th	7.2
3	LIFE SCHOOL LANCASTER 480 students · Kindergarten–6th	480	Kindergarten–6th	6.0
4	LIFE SCHOOL CEDAR HILL 450 students · Kindergarten–6th	450	Kindergarten–6th	5.6
5	LIFE SCHOOL MOUNTAIN CREEK 348 students · Kindergarten–8th	348	Kindergarten–8th	5.6
6	EASTRIDGE EL 536 students · Pre-K–5th	536	Pre-K–5th	5.5
7	SHIELDS EL 595 students · Pre-K–5th	595	Pre-K–5th	5.4
8	LIFE SCHOOL RED OAK 1,040 students · Kindergarten–6th	1,040	Kindergarten–6th	5.2
9	RUSSELL P SCHUPMANN EL 706 students · Pre-K–5th	706	Pre-K–5th	4.2
10	LIFE SCHOOL CARROLLTON 241 students · Kindergarten–6th	241	Kindergarten–6th	3.7

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	RED OAK MIDDLE 1,540 students · 6th–8th	1,540	6th–8th	4.9
2	LIFE MIDDLE WAXAHACHIE 595 students · 7th–8th	595	7th–8th	4.1

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	RED OAK H S 2,163 students · 8th–12th	2,163	8th–12th	7.9
2	LIFE H S WAXAHACHIE 1,102 students · 9th–12th	1,102	9th–12th	6.1

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	LIFE SCHOOL OAK CLIFF 1,478 students · Kindergarten–12th	1,478	Kindergarten–12th	4.1

Schools in Red Oak

Red Oak, Texas · 15 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$96,150

Median Home Value

$296,000

Median Rent

$1,446/mo

Population

50,178

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

84%

Avg Commute

33 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Community Profile

Red Oak has a median household income of $96,150. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $296,000, with a median rent of $1,446/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.2%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 15
Elementary: 10
Middle: 2
High: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 5.5/10

Resources

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School Districts (2)

LIFE SCHOOL

8 schools · 5,734 students

RED OAK ISD

8 schools · 6,592 students

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Wilmer (2 schools)

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Midlothian (13 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 Red Oak, Texas

How many schools are in Red Oak, Texas?

Red Oak has 15 schools, including 15 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Red Oak, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Red Oak is 5.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Red Oak, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Red Oak on MySchoolScout is Red Oak H S with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Red Oak, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Red Oak on MySchoolScout is Red Oak EL with a composite score of 7.4/10.

What is the best middle school in Red Oak, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Red Oak on MySchoolScout is Red Oak Middle with a composite score of 4.9/10.

What is the best high school in Red Oak, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Red Oak on MySchoolScout is Red Oak H S with a composite score of 7.9/10.

How many school districts serve Red Oak, Texas?

Red Oak is served by 2 school districts: Life School, Red Oak ISD.

What is the education level in Red Oak, Texas?

According to Census data, 31% of adults in Red Oak have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Red Oak, Texas?

The median household income in Red Oak is approximately $96,150 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Red Oak, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Red Oak is 17.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Red Oak, 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.