7.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Rusk, Texas

5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 5

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.5/10

Estimated Scores: 20%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.5/10
Median household income: $64,672
Median home value: $158,800
Bachelor's degree or higher: 12%
Avg commute: 32 min
Owner-occupied homes: 77%

How Rusk compares

Texas rank

#149 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.3

above Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$65k

87% of Texas median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Rusk, Texas

Rusk, Texas is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.5 out of 10, schools in Rusk perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Rusk is Rusk EL with a composite score of 9.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Rusk is served by 1 school district: RUSK ISD. These districts collectively serve 2,057 students.

Rusk's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,672. The poverty rate in the area is 12.3%.

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 (5) Elementary (3) Middle (1) High (1)

Filter by Type: All Types (5) Public (5)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (5) Academics (5) Growth (4) Resources (5)

Filter by ZIP: 75785 (5)

Elementary Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	RUSK EL 329 students · 2nd–3rd	329	2nd–3rd	9.3
2	RUSK INT 268 students · 4th–5th	268	4th–5th	7.8
3	GW BRADFORD PRI 364 students · Pre-K–1st	364	Pre-K–1st	6.5

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	RUSK J H 493 students · 6th–8th	493	6th–8th	7.4

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	RUSK H S 603 students · 9th–12th	603	9th–12th	6.7

Schools in Rusk

Rusk, Texas · 5 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$64,672

Median Home Value

$158,800

Median Rent

$911/mo

Population

10,769

College Educated

12%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Community Profile

Rusk has a median household income of $64,672. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $158,800, with a median rent of $911/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.3%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 5
Elementary: 3
Middle: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.5/10

Resources

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School District

RUSK ISD

5 schools · 2,057 students

Nearby Cities

Alto (3 schools)

10 mi

New Summerfield (1 school)

14 mi

Lewisville (2 schools)

12 mi

Jacksonville (9 schools)

Grapeland (3 schools)

28 mi

Other Major Cities in Texas

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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 Rusk, Texas

How many schools are in Rusk, Texas?

Rusk has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Rusk, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rusk is 7.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Rusk on MySchoolScout is Rusk EL with a composite score of 9.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Rusk, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Rusk on MySchoolScout is Rusk EL with a composite score of 9.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Rusk, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Rusk on MySchoolScout is Rusk J H with a composite score of 7.4/10.

What is the best high school in Rusk, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Rusk on MySchoolScout is Rusk H S with a composite score of 6.7/10.

How many school districts serve Rusk, Texas?

Rusk is served by 1 school district: Rusk ISD.

What is the education level in Rusk, Texas?

According to Census data, 12% of adults in Rusk have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Rusk, Texas?

The median household income in Rusk is approximately $64,672 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rusk is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rusk, 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.