Best Schools in Santa Rosa, Texas
3 schools in the directory · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Santa Rosa by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Elma E Barrera EL
Elementary · Santa Rosa ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Jo Nelson Middle
Middle · Santa Rosa ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Santa Rosa H S
High · Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa are Elma E Barrera EL (7.9/10), Jo Nelson Middle (7.8/10), and Santa Rosa H S (7.1/10), 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.
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Avg Score
7.6
3 public schools · out of 10
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1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
3 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +5.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Santa Rosa public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Santa Rosa
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (3 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elma E Barrera EL | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Jo Nelson Middle | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Santa Rosa H S | 7.1 / 10 |
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About Schools in Santa Rosa, Texas
Santa Rosa, Texas is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
The 3 public schools in this comparison average 7.6 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 Elma E Barrera EL with a composite score of 7.9/10.
Santa Rosa is served by 1 school district: SANTA ROSA ISD. These districts collectively serve 931 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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 401 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 223 students · 6th–8th | 7.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 307 students · 9th–12th | 7.1 |
Schools in Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa, Texas · 3 schools
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Common questions about schools in Santa Rosa, Texas
How many schools are in Santa Rosa, Texas?
Santa Rosa has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Santa Rosa, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 3 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Santa Rosa is 7.6 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 Rosa, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Santa Rosa on MySchoolScout is Elma E Barrera EL with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Santa Rosa, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Santa Rosa on MySchoolScout is Elma E Barrera EL with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Santa Rosa, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Santa Rosa on MySchoolScout is Jo Nelson Middle with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in Santa Rosa, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Santa Rosa on MySchoolScout is Santa Rosa H S with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Santa Rosa, Texas?
Santa Rosa is served by 1 school district: Santa Rosa ISD.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Santa Rosa, Texas?
Among 3 public schools in Santa Rosa that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 10.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Santa Rosa, 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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