Best Schools in Salado, Texas
4 schools in the directory · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Salado?
Use this page to compare every school in Salado by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Thomas Arnold EL
Elementary · Salado ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Salado Middle
Middle · Salado ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Salado H S
High · Salado ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Salado are Thomas Arnold EL (7.7/10), Salado Middle (7.2/10), and Salado H S (5.9/10), among 3 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules. 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
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.9
3 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.9
3 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +7.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Salado public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Salado
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (3 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thomas Arnold EL | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Salado Middle | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Salado H S | 5.9 / 10 |
See every school in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Schools in Salado, Texas
Salado, Texas is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
The 3 public schools in this comparison average 6.9 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 Thomas Arnold EL with a composite score of 7.7/10.
Salado is served by 1 school district: SALADO ISD. These districts collectively serve 2,346 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
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,031 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Salado Montessori IncPrivate 3 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 590 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 725 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
Schools in Salado
Salado, Texas · 4 schools
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Common questions about schools in Salado, Texas
How many schools are in Salado, Texas?
Salado has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Salado, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 3 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Salado is 6.9 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 Salado, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Salado on MySchoolScout is Thomas Arnold EL with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Salado, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Salado on MySchoolScout is Thomas Arnold EL with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Salado, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Salado on MySchoolScout is Salado Middle with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in Salado, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Salado on MySchoolScout is Salado H S with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Salado, Texas?
Salado is served by 1 school district: Salado ISD.
Are there private schools in Salado, Texas?
Yes, Salado has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Salado, Texas?
Among 3 public schools in Salado that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Salado, 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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