Roy J Wollam EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 8.0/10
6.7public avg / 10
Best Schools in Santa Fe, Texas
9 schools in the directory · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 3 Other
Public: 8
Private: 1
Districts: 2
Comparable public avg (5): 6.7/10
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Roy J Wollam EL
Elementary · Santa Fe ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Dan J Kubacak EL
Elementary · Santa Fe ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Santa Fe J H
Middle · Santa Fe ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
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Dan J Kubacak EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 7.6/10
Santa Fe J H
Grades 6th–8th · 6.6/10
William F Barnett EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 6.5/10
Santa Fe H S
Grades 9th–12th · 4.8/10
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Santa Fe are Roy J Wollam EL (8.0/10), Dan J Kubacak EL (7.6/10), and Santa Fe J H (6.6/10), among 5 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
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.7
5 public schools · out of 10
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.7
5 public schools · out of 10
Districts
2
serving the city
Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Dan J Kubacak ELSTAAR proficiency rose +12.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Santa Fe public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Santa Fe
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (5 rated schools; 9 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roy J Wollam EL | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Dan J Kubacak EL | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Santa Fe J H | 6.6 / 10 |
| 4 | William F Barnett EL | 6.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Santa Fe H S | 4.8 / 10 |
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About Schools in Santa Fe, Texas
Santa Fe, Texas is home to 9 schools, including 8 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
The 5 public schools in this comparison average 6.7 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 Roy J Wollam EL with a composite score of 8.0/10.
Santa Fe is served by 2 school districts: SANTA FE ISD, TEXAS CITY ISD. These districts collectively serve 12,271 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.
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Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 614 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 710 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
| 3 | 675 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,012 students · 6th–8th | 6.6 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,374 students · 9th–12th | 4.8 |
| 2 | 11 students · 7th–12th | — |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 students · 10th–10th | — | ||
| 2 | 14 students · 8th–10th | — | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 111 students · Kindergarten–11th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Santa Fe
Santa Fe, Texas · 9 schools
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 3
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Common questions about schools in Santa Fe, Texas
How many schools are in Santa Fe, Texas?
Santa Fe has 9 schools, including 8 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Santa Fe, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 5 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Santa Fe is 6.7 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 Santa Fe, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Santa Fe on MySchoolScout is Roy J Wollam EL with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Santa Fe, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Santa Fe on MySchoolScout is Roy J Wollam EL with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Santa Fe, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Santa Fe on MySchoolScout is Santa Fe J H with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Santa Fe, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Santa Fe on MySchoolScout is Santa Fe H S with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Santa Fe, Texas?
Santa Fe is served by 2 school districts: Santa Fe ISD, Texas City ISD.
Are there private schools in Santa Fe, Texas?
Yes, Santa Fe has 1 private school alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Arcadia First Baptist Christian School with a score of 7.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Santa Fe, Texas?
Among 5 public schools in Santa Fe that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 16.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Santa Fe, 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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