5.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Terlingua, Texas

1 schools · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.7/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.7/10
Median household income: $30,917
Median home value: $117,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 13%
Owner-occupied homes: 41%

How Terlingua compares

Median household income

$31k

42% of Texas median

About Schools in Terlingua, Texas

Terlingua, Texas is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .

With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Terlingua show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Terlingua is Big Bend H S with a composite score of 5.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Terlingua is served by 1 school district: TERLINGUA CSD. These districts collectively serve 132 students.

Terlingua's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $30,917. The poverty rate in the area is 5.4%.

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.

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Other Schools

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#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	BIG BEND H S 132 students · Pre-K–12th	132	Pre-K–12th	5.7

Schools in Terlingua

Terlingua, Texas · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$30,917

Median Home Value

$117,300

Population

614

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

41%

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Community Profile

Terlingua has a median household income of $30,917. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $117,300. The local poverty rate of 5.4% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.7/10

Resources

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School District

TERLINGUA CSD

1 school · 132 students

Nearby Cities

Big Bend Natl Park (1 school)

20 mi

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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 Terlingua, Texas

How many schools are in Terlingua, Texas?

Terlingua has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Terlingua, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Terlingua is 5.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Terlingua, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Terlingua on MySchoolScout is Big Bend H S with a composite score of 5.7/10.

How many school districts serve Terlingua, Texas?

Terlingua is served by 1 school district: Terlingua CSD.

What is the education level in Terlingua, Texas?

According to Census data, 13% of adults in Terlingua have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Terlingua, Texas?

The median household income in Terlingua is approximately $30,917 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Terlingua is 12.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Terlingua, 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.