Best Schools in Rowena, Texas
4 schools · 2 Middle · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Rowena by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Olfen School
Other · Olfen ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$150,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$150,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +11.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Rowena schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Rowena
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Olfen School | 8.0 / 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
- 8.0/10
- Median household income
- $57,361
- Median home value
- $150,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Rowena compares
Median household income
$57k
77% of Texas median
About Schools in Rowena, Texas
Rowena, Texas is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 middle schools.
With an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, schools in Rowena perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Rowena is Olfen School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Rowena is served by 1 school district: OLFEN ISD. These districts collectively serve 142 students.
Rowena's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,361. The poverty rate in the area is 10.6%.
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.
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 students · 5th–7th | — |
| 2 | 1 students · 8th–8th | — |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 137 students · Pre-K–12th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 1 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — |
Schools in Rowena
Rowena, Texas · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,361
Median Home Value
$150,000
Median Rent
$536/mo
Population
498
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
90%
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Community Profile
Rowena has a median household income of $57,361. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $150,000, with a median rent of $536/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.6%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Middle
- 2
- Other
- 2
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Texas
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Rowena, Texas
How many schools are in Rowena, Texas?
Rowena has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rowena, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rowena is 8.0 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 Rowena, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Rowena on MySchoolScout is Olfen School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Rowena, Texas?
Rowena is served by 1 school district: Olfen ISD.
What is the education level in Rowena, Texas?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Rowena have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rowena, Texas?
The median household income in Rowena is approximately $57,361 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rowena, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rowena is 9.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rowena, 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.