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5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Rosenberg, Texas

13 schools · 7 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other

Public: 11
Private: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.8/10
Estimated Scores: 8%
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Choosing a school in Rosenberg?

Use this page to compare every school in Rosenberg by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Thomas R Culver EL

8.2/10

Elementary · Lamar CISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Holy Rosary Catholic School

7.8/10

Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Taylor Ray EL

7.3/10

Elementary · Lamar CISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Rosenberg for 2026 are Thomas R Culver EL (8.2/10), Holy Rosary Catholic School (7.8/10), and Taylor Ray EL (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 rated schools. 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 with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

13

11 public · 2 private

Avg Score

5.8

out of 10

Median Home

$235,000

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Best value · beats the odds
Thomas R Culver EL

Rates 8.2/10 despite 61% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.6 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 Rosenberg schools.

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Travis EL

STAAR proficiency rose +9.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Rosenberg schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Rosenberg

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (11 of 13). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Thomas R Culver EL 8.2 / 10
2 Holy Rosary Catholic School 7.8 / 10
3 Taylor Ray EL 7.3 / 10
4 Living Water Christian School 6.9 / 10
5 Travis EL 5.8 / 10
6 B F Terry H S 5.7 / 10
7 Lamar Cons H S 5.6 / 10
8 Jackson EL 5.4 / 10
9 Lamar Jh 4.7 / 10
10 Bowie EL 4.5 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.8/10

25% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$71,018

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$235,000

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
22%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
29 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
56%

Of occupied housing units

How Rosenberg compares

Texas rank

#475 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.4

below Texas avg (6.3)

Median household income

$71k

96% of Texas median

Schools in this city

12

About Schools in Rosenberg, Texas

Rosenberg's public school landscape spans 10 ranked schools, with scores ranging across a modest performance band. The city's average school score is 5.9 out of 10 — a useful baseline for families setting expectations before a move. Only 1 of those 10 schools, or 10 percent, clears the 7-point mark, meaning parents here face a narrower field of high-performers than in many comparable Texas cities.

Bowie Elementary leads the city at 7.8 out of 10, the clearest standout on the map. At the elementary level, Thomas R. Culver Elementary (6.8) and Taylor Ray Elementary (6.4) round out a small cluster of above-average options for younger students. The gap between Bowie El and the next-best elementary is real — families zoned to Bowie have a measurable edge at that grade level, and it shows up in the scores.

High school options are fewer. Lamar Consolidated High School scores 6.1 out of 10, landing just above the city average and serving as the primary public pathway for most students. The Alternative Learning Center posts a 6.8, though parents should investigate its specific programs and eligibility requirements before factoring it into school selection decisions.

For families relocating to Rosenberg, the practical takeaway is direct: attendance zone matters more here than in higher-performing cities. With only one school breaking the 7-point threshold, where you live in Rosenberg largely determines what you get. Confirming your address falls within Bowie Elementary's boundary — or exploring transfer and magnet options if it doesn't — is worth doing before signing a lease or purchase agreement. At the secondary level, Lamar Consolidated is the primary route, and its 6.1 score makes it worth a closer look at specific programs, AP course offerings, and college placement rates before committing to a neighborhood.

Filter by ZIP: 77471 (13)

Elementary Schools

7 schools
# School Rating
1 841 students · Pre-K–5th 8.2
2 619 students · Pre-K–5th 7.3
3 415 students · Pre-K–5th 5.8
4 401 students · Pre-K–5th 5.4
5 428 students · Pre-K–5th 4.5
Private Schools 2 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 125 students · Pre-K–8th 7.8
2 44 students · Pre-K–6th 6.9

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 1,240 students · 6th–8th 4.7
2 1,144 students · 6th–8th 2.8

High Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1 1,537 students · 8th–12th 5.7
2 1,738 students · 9th–12th 5.6
3 176 students · 5th–12th 5.2

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 10 students · 8th–11th

Schools in Rosenberg

Rosenberg, Texas · 13 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$71,018

Median Home Value

$235,000

Median Rent

$1,320/mo

Population

45,078

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

56%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

14.9%

Community Profile

Rosenberg has a median household income of $71,018. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $235,000, with a median rent of $1,320/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.9%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Rosenberg, Texas

How many schools are in Rosenberg, Texas?

Rosenberg has 13 schools, including 11 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Rosenberg, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rosenberg is 5.8 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 Rosenberg, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Rosenberg on MySchoolScout is Thomas R Culver EL with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Rosenberg, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Rosenberg on MySchoolScout is Thomas R Culver EL with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Rosenberg, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Rosenberg on MySchoolScout is Lamar Jh with a composite score of 4.7/10.

What is the best high school in Rosenberg, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Rosenberg on MySchoolScout is B F Terry H S with a composite score of 5.7/10.

How many school districts serve Rosenberg, Texas?

Rosenberg is served by 1 school district: Lamar CISD.

What is the education level in Rosenberg, Texas?

According to Census data, 22% of adults in Rosenberg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Rosenberg, Texas?

The median household income in Rosenberg is approximately $71,018 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Rosenberg, Texas?

Yes, Rosenberg has 2 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is Holy Rosary Catholic School with a score of 7.8/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rosenberg is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rosenberg, 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 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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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.