Best Schools in Taylor, Texas
7 schools in the directory · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Taylor by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Legacy Early College H S
High · Taylor ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Main Street EL
Elementary · Taylor ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Naomi Pasemann EL
Elementary · Taylor 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 Taylor are Legacy Early College H S (7.4/10), Main Street EL (7.4/10), and Naomi Pasemann EL (7.1/10), 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
7
6 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.4
5 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
7
6 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.4
5 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +8.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Taylor public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Taylor
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (5 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Legacy Early College H S | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Main Street EL | 7.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Naomi Pasemann EL | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Taylor Middle | 5.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Taylor H S | 4.3 / 10 |
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About Schools in Taylor, Texas
Taylor, Texas is home to 7 schools, including 6 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 6.4 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 Legacy Early College H S with a composite score of 7.4/10.
Taylor is served by 1 school district: TAYLOR ISD. These districts collectively serve 3,063 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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 468 students · 1st–5th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 552 students · 1st–5th | 7.1 |
| 3 | 363 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 4.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 632 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 122 students · 9th–12th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 923 students · 9th–12th | 4.3 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Mary's Catholic SchoolPrivate 219 students · Kindergarten–11th | Not Rated |
Schools in Taylor
Taylor, Texas · 7 schools
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Taylor, Texas
How many schools are in Taylor, Texas?
Taylor has 7 schools, including 6 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Taylor, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 5 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Taylor is 6.4 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 Taylor, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Taylor on MySchoolScout is Legacy Early College H S with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Taylor, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Taylor on MySchoolScout is Main Street EL with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Taylor, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Taylor on MySchoolScout is Taylor Middle with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best high school in Taylor, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Taylor on MySchoolScout is Legacy Early College H S with a composite score of 7.4/10.
How many school districts serve Taylor, Texas?
Taylor is served by 1 school district: Taylor ISD.
Are there private schools in Taylor, Texas?
Yes, Taylor has 1 private school alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Mary's Catholic School with a score of 8.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Taylor, Texas?
Among 5 public schools in Taylor that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 13.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Taylor, 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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