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6.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Santa Fe, Texas

9 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 3 Other

Public: 8
Private: 1
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.4/10
Estimated Scores: 17%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.4/10

17% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$89,884

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$273,750

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
17%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
32 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
86%

Of occupied housing units

How Santa Fe compares

Texas rank

#426 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.2

above Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$90k

121% of Texas median

Schools in this city

6

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.

With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Santa Fe show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Santa Fe is Roy J Wollam EL with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Santa Fe is served by 2 school districts: SANTA FE ISD, TEXAS CITY ISD. These districts collectively serve 12,271 students.

Santa Fe's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $89,884. The poverty rate in the area is 5.9%.

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 (9) Elementary (3) Middle (1) High (2)
Filter by Type: All Types (9) Public (8) Private (1)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (9) Academics (9) Growth (3) Resources (5)
Filter by ZIP: 77510 (8)

Elementary Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1
ROY J WOLLAM EL
614 students · Pre-K–5th 		7.3
2
WILLIAM F BARNETT EL
675 students · Pre-K–5th 		6.8
3
DAN J KUBACAK EL
710 students · Pre-K–5th 		6.4

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
SANTA FE J H
1,012 students · 6th–8th 		6.8

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
SANTA FE H S
1,374 students · 9th–12th 		6.0
2
COASTAL ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM
11 students · 7th–12th 		—

Other Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1
GALVESTON CO J J A E P
1 students · 10th–10th 		—
2
COASTAL ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM (CAP)
14 students · 8th–10th 		—
Private Schools 1 school

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

1
ARCADIA FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private
142 students · Kindergarten–12th 		Not Rated

Schools in Santa Fe

Santa Fe, Texas · 9 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$89,884

Median Home Value

$273,750

Median Rent

$949/mo

Population

19,603

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

86%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Community Profile

Santa Fe has a median household income of $89,884. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $273,750, with a median rent of $949/month. The local poverty rate of 5.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Texas
Total Schools
9
Elementary
3
Middle
1
High
2
Districts
2
Avg Rating
6.4/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Santa Fe schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Santa Fe 📊 Niche Santa Fe Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School Districts (2)

SANTA FE ISD

7 schools · 4,397 students

TEXAS CITY ISD

15 schools · 7,874 students

Nearby Cities

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5 mi
Lamarque (1 school)
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La Marque (2 schools)
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League City (26 schools)
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Webster (5 schools)
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Bacliff (1 school)
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Texas City (15 schools)
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Friendswood (14 schools)
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Kemah (1 school)
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Seabrook (4 schools)
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El Lago (2 schools)
13 mi
Weslaco (1 school)
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Alvin (34 schools)
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Pearland (32 schools)
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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 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 schools in Santa Fe is 6.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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 7.3/10.

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 7.3/10.

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 6.8/10.

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 6.0/10.

How many school districts serve Santa Fe, Texas?

Santa Fe is served by 2 school districts: Santa Fe ISD, Texas City ISD.

What is the education level in Santa Fe, Texas?

According to Census data, 17% of adults in Santa Fe have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Santa Fe, Texas?

The median household income in Santa Fe is approximately $89,884 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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 5.2/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Santa Fe, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Santa Fe is 15.6:1. 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 departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.