Smith EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 8.4/10
6.9public avg / 10
Best Schools in Richmond, Texas
50 schools in the directory · 34 Elementary · 6 Middle · 8 High · 2 Other
Public: 38
Private: 12
Districts: 3
Comparable public avg (38): 6.9/10
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Smith EL
Elementary · Lamar CISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Barbara Jordan EL
Elementary · Fort Bend ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Frost EL
Elementary · Lamar CISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
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Barbara Jordan EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 8.3/10
Frost EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 8.2/10
Irma Dru Hutchison EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 8.2/10
James Patterson EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 8.2/10
Bentley EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 8.0/10
Cora Thomas EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 7.9/10
James C Neill EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 7.9/10
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Richmond are Smith EL (8.4/10), Barbara Jordan EL (8.3/10), and Frost EL (8.2/10), among 38 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
50
38 public · 12 private
Avg Score
6.9
38 public schools · out of 10
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
50
38 public · 12 private
Avg Score
6.9
38 public schools · out of 10
Districts
3
serving the city
Best value · beats the odds
Smith ELRates 8.4/10 despite 77% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.7 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 Richmond public schools in the current comparison.
Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Meyer ELSTAAR proficiency rose +32.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Richmond public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Richmond
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (Top 10 of 38 rated schools; 50 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Smith EL | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Barbara Jordan EL | 8.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Frost EL | 8.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Irma Dru Hutchison EL | 8.2 / 10 |
| 5 | James Patterson EL | 8.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Bentley EL | 8.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Cora Thomas EL | 7.9 / 10 |
| 8 | James C Neill EL | 7.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Phelan EL | 7.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Don Carter EL | 7.7 / 10 |
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About Schools in Richmond, Texas
Richmond, Texas is home to 50 schools, including 38 public schools and 12 private schools. The city's schools span 34 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, and 8 high schools.
The 38 public schools in this comparison average 6.9 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 Smith EL with a composite score of 8.4/10.
Richmond is served by 3 school districts: INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP OF TEXAS (ILTEXAS), FORT BEND ISD, LAMAR CISD. These districts collectively serve 147,498 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
34 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 335 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 472 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.3 |
| 3 | 735 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 |
| 4 | 1,075 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 |
| 5 | 568 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 |
| 6 | 1,218 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
| 7 | 1,138 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 8 | 665 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 9 | 720 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 10 | 876 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.7 |
Show all 34 elementary schools in Richmond
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Malala YousafzaiDon Carter ELJudge James C Adolphus ELPecan Grove ELH F Mcneill ELJoe Hubenak ELJohn Arredondo ELStephen F Austin ELManford Williams ELJuan Seguin ELCarolyn and Vernon Madden ELJane Long ELT L Pink ELMeyer ELWilliam Velasquez ELWestlake Preparatory Lutheran AcademyPrivateMontessori HeritagePrivateMontessori House for ChildrenPrivateThe Foundations MontessoriPrivateGoddard School Long Meadow FarmPrivateFaith School for Young ChildrenPrivateMeadow Montessori SchoolPrivatePrimrose School at Waterside EstatesPrivateShady Oak Christian SchoolPrivate
Middle Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,284 students · 6th–8th | 7.4 | ||
| 2 | 1,334 students · 6th–8th | 6.9 | ||
| 3 | 1,472 students · 6th–8th | 6.7 | ||
| 4 | 1,962 students · 6th–8th | 6.7 | ||
| 5 | 1,538 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Shady Oak Primary SchoolPrivate 45 students · 1st–5th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 855 students · 9th–12th | 7.7 | ||
| 2 | 2,579 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 | ||
| 3 | 2,384 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 | ||
| 4 | 3,142 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 | ||
| 5 | 2,394 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 | ||
| 6 | 34 students · 7th–12th | 4.7 | ||
| 7 | 1,783 students · 9th–12th | 3.9 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Bridge Preparatory AcademyPrivate 21 students · 5th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 293 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.1 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 205 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Richmond
Richmond, Texas · 50 schools
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 34
- Middle
- 6
- High
- 8
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Richmond, Texas
How many schools are in Richmond, Texas?
Richmond has 50 schools, including 38 public and 12 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Richmond, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 38 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Richmond is 6.9 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 Richmond, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Richmond on MySchoolScout is Smith EL with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Richmond, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Richmond on MySchoolScout is Smith EL with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Richmond, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Richmond on MySchoolScout is David Crockett Middle with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best high school in Richmond, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Richmond on MySchoolScout is Iltexas Katy Westpark H S with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Richmond, Texas?
Richmond is served by 3 school districts: International Leadership of Texas (iltexas), Fort Bend ISD, Lamar CISD.
Are there private schools in Richmond, Texas?
Yes, Richmond has 12 private schools alongside 38 public schools. The top-rated private school is Westlake Preparatory Lutheran Academy with a score of 8.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Richmond, Texas?
Among 38 public schools in Richmond that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 17.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Richmond, 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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