6.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Rockwall, Texas

23 schools · 15 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High · 3 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 17

Private: 6

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.0/10

Estimated Scores: 16%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.0/10
Median household income: $128,528
Median home value: $430,750
Bachelor's degree or higher: 50%
Avg commute: 33 min
Owner-occupied homes: 81%

How Rockwall compares

Texas rank

#507 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.2

below Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$129k

173% of Texas median

Schools in this city

19

About Schools in Rockwall, Texas

Rockwall, Texas is home to 23 schools, including 17 public schools and 6 private schools. The city's schools span 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Rockwall show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Rockwall is Rockwall H S with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Rockwall is served by 1 school district: ROCKWALL ISD. These districts collectively serve 18,798 students.

Rockwall's community shows 50% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $128,528. The poverty rate in the area is 3.1%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (23) Elementary (15) Middle (3) High (2)

Filter by Type: All Types (23) Public (17) Private (6)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (23) Academics (23) Growth (15) Resources (17)

Filter by ZIP: 75087 (14) 75032 (9)

Elementary Schools

15 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	NEBBIE WILLIAMS EL 430 students · Pre-K–6th	430	Pre-K–6th	7.1
2	DOROTHY SMITH PULLEN EL 608 students · Pre-K–6th	608	Pre-K–6th	6.9
3	HOWARD DOBBS EL 533 students · Pre-K–6th	533	Pre-K–6th	6.8
4	AMANDA ROCHELL EL 403 students · Pre-K–6th	403	Pre-K–6th	6.7
5	DORRIS A JONES EL 650 students · Pre-K–6th	650	Pre-K–6th	6.3
6	OUIDA SPRINGER 628 students · Pre-K–6th	628	Pre-K–6th	6.3
7	GRACE HARTMAN EL 506 students · Pre-K–6th	506	Pre-K–6th	6.1
8	CELIA HAYS EL 585 students · Pre-K–6th	585	Pre-K–6th	6.1
9	SHERRY AND PAUL HAMM EL 689 students · Pre-K–6th	689	Pre-K–6th	5.7
10	VIRGINIA REINHARDT EL 678 students · Pre-K–6th	678	Pre-K–6th	5.3
11	LUPE GARCIA EL 796 students · Pre-K–6th	796	Pre-K–6th	5.0
12	SHARON SHANNON EL 660 students · Pre-K–6th	660	Pre-K–6th	4.8
Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ROCKWALL Private 14 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	14	Pre-K–Kindergarten	Not Rated
2	MARIGOLD LEARNING ACADEMY Private 27 students · Pre-K–3rd	27	Pre-K–3rd	Not Rated
3	SPANISH SCHOOLHOUSE Private 13 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	13	Pre-K–Kindergarten	Not Rated

Middle Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	HERMAN E UTLEY MIDDLE 887 students · 7th–8th	887	7th–8th	5.9
2	MAURINE CAIN MIDDLE 1,154 students · 7th–8th	1,154	7th–8th	4.6
3	J W WILLIAMS MIDDLE 850 students · 7th–8th	850	7th–8th	4.3

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	ROCKWALL H S 2,900 students · 9th–12th	2,900	9th–12th	8.1
2	ROCKWALL QUEST ACADEMY 34 students · 11th–12th	34	11th–12th	6.6

Other Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY ROCKWALL Private 335 students · Pre-K–12th	335	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
2	HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private 338 students · Pre-K–12th	338	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
3	BIG TYME SPORTS ACADEMY Private 26 students · 2nd–11th	26	2nd–11th	Not Rated

Schools in Rockwall

Rockwall, Texas · 23 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$128,528

Median Home Value

$430,750

Median Rent

$1,823/mo

Population

79,681

College Educated

50%

Homeownership

81%

Avg Commute

33 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Community Profile

Rockwall has a median household income of $128,528. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $430,750, with a median rent of $1,823/month. The local poverty rate of 3.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 23
Elementary: 15
Middle: 3
High: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.0/10

Resources

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School District

ROCKWALL ISD

25 schools · 18,798 students

Nearby Cities

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Sunnyvale (4 schools)

Mesquite (56 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 Rockwall, Texas

How many schools are in Rockwall, Texas?

Rockwall has 23 schools, including 17 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Rockwall, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rockwall is 6.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Rockwall, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Rockwall on MySchoolScout is Rockwall H S with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Rockwall, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Rockwall on MySchoolScout is Nebbie Williams EL with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Rockwall, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Rockwall on MySchoolScout is Herman E Utley Middle with a composite score of 5.9/10.

What is the best high school in Rockwall, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Rockwall on MySchoolScout is Rockwall H S with a composite score of 8.1/10.

How many school districts serve Rockwall, Texas?

Rockwall is served by 1 school district: Rockwall ISD.

What is the education level in Rockwall, Texas?

According to Census data, 50% of adults in Rockwall have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Rockwall, Texas?

The median household income in Rockwall is approximately $128,528 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Rockwall, Texas?

Yes, Rockwall has 6 private schools alongside 17 public schools. The top-rated private school is Heritage Christian Academy Rockwall with a score of 6.3/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Rockwall, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rockwall is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rockwall, 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.