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Best Schools in Stanton, Texas

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.6/10
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Choosing a school in Stanton?

Use this page to compare every school in Stanton 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.

Stanton Middle

8.2/10

Middle · Stanton ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Stanton EL

7.3/10

Elementary · Stanton ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Stanton H S

7.3/10

High · Stanton ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Stanton for 2026 are Stanton Middle (8.2/10), Stanton EL (7.3/10), and Stanton H S (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. 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 with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

3

in this city

Avg Score

7.6

out of 10

Median Home

$162,800

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Stanton Middle

STAAR proficiency rose +16.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Stanton schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Stanton

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Stanton Middle 8.2 / 10
2 Stanton EL 7.3 / 10
3 Stanton H S 7.3 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
7.6/10

100% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$90,484

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$162,800

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
21%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
71%

Of occupied housing units

How Stanton compares

Texas rank

#110 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.3

above Texas avg (6.3)

Median household income

$90k

122% of Texas median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Stanton, Texas

Stanton, 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.

With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Stanton perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Stanton is Stanton Middle with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Stanton is served by 1 school district: STANTON ISD. These districts collectively serve 1,040 students.

Stanton's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $90,484. The poverty rate in the area is 4.6%.

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 ZIP: 79782 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 492 students · Pre-K–5th 7.3

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 231 students · 6th–8th 8.2

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 317 students · 9th–12th 7.3

Schools in Stanton

Stanton, Texas · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$90,484

Median Home Value

$162,800

Median Rent

$1,232/mo

Population

3,831

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

71%

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Community Profile

Stanton has a median household income of $90,484. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $162,800, with a median rent of $1,232/month. The local poverty rate of 4.6% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Stanton, Texas

How many schools are in Stanton, Texas?

Stanton has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Stanton, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Stanton 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 Stanton, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Stanton on MySchoolScout is Stanton Middle with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Stanton, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Stanton on MySchoolScout is Stanton EL with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Stanton, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Stanton on MySchoolScout is Stanton Middle with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best high school in Stanton, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Stanton on MySchoolScout is Stanton H S with a composite score of 7.3/10.

How many school districts serve Stanton, Texas?

Stanton is served by 1 school district: Stanton ISD.

What is the education level in Stanton, Texas?

According to Census data, 21% of adults in Stanton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Stanton, Texas?

The median household income in Stanton is approximately $90,484 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Stanton, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Stanton is 11.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Stanton, 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 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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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.