Best Schools in Sonora, Texas
2 schools in the directory · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Sonora EL
Elementary · Sonora ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Sonora Secondary School
High · Sonora ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
2 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
2 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +2.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Sonora public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Sonora
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (2 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sonora EL | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Sonora Secondary School | 6.2 / 10 |
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About Schools in Sonora, Texas
Sonora, Texas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
The 2 public schools in this comparison average 6.8 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 Sonora EL with a composite score of 7.5/10.
Sonora is served by 1 school district: SONORA ISD. These districts collectively serve 654 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 | 365 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 289 students · 7th–12th | 6.2 |
Schools in Sonora
Sonora, Texas · 2 schools
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Common questions about schools in Sonora, Texas
How many schools are in Sonora, Texas?
Sonora has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sonora, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 2 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Sonora is 6.8 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 Sonora, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Sonora on MySchoolScout is Sonora EL with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sonora, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sonora on MySchoolScout is Sonora EL with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best high school in Sonora, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Sonora on MySchoolScout is Sonora Secondary School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
How many school districts serve Sonora, Texas?
Sonora is served by 1 school district: Sonora ISD.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sonora, Texas?
Among 2 public schools in Sonora that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 11.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sonora, 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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