Best Schools in Rising Star, Texas
2 schools in the directory · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Rising Star EL
Elementary · Rising Star ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Rising Star H S
High · Rising Star ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
2 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
2 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +2.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Rising Star public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Rising Star
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (2 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rising Star EL | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Rising Star H S | 5.1 / 10 |
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About Schools in Rising Star, Texas
Rising Star, Texas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
The 2 public schools in this comparison average 6.3 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 Rising Star EL with a composite score of 7.6/10.
Rising Star is served by 1 school district: RISING STAR ISD. These districts collectively serve 194 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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 106 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 88 students · 6th–12th | 5.1 |
Schools in Rising Star
Rising Star, Texas · 2 schools
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Common questions about schools in Rising Star, Texas
How many schools are in Rising Star, Texas?
Rising Star has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rising Star, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 2 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Rising Star is 6.3 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 Rising Star, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Rising Star on MySchoolScout is Rising Star EL with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Rising Star, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Rising Star on MySchoolScout is Rising Star EL with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Rising Star, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Rising Star on MySchoolScout is Rising Star H S with a composite score of 5.1/10.
How many school districts serve Rising Star, Texas?
Rising Star is served by 1 school district: Rising Star ISD.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rising Star, Texas?
Among 2 public schools in Rising Star that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 10.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rising Star, 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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