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5.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Terrell, Texas

11 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 2 Other

Public: 9
Private: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.7/10
Estimated Scores: 33%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.7/10

22% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$70,862

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$221,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
21%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
28 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
70%

Of occupied housing units

How Terrell compares

Texas rank

#556 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.6

below Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$71k

95% of Texas median

Schools in this city

9

About Schools in Terrell, Texas

Terrell, Texas is home to 11 schools, including 9 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.

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

The highest-performing school in Terrell is Global Leadership Academy with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Terrell is served by 1 school district: TERRELL ISD. These districts collectively serve 5,255 students.

Terrell's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,862. The poverty rate in the area is 13.7%.

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 Level: All Levels (11) Elementary (5) Middle (1) High (3)
Filter by Type: All Types (11) Public (9) Private (2)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (11) Academics (11) Growth (5) Resources (8)
Filter by ZIP: 75160 (11)

Elementary Schools

5 schools
# School Rating
1
GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
208 students · Kindergarten–5th 		8.1
2
DR BRUCE WOOD EL
564 students · Kindergarten–5th 		5.1
3
J W LONG EL
745 students · Kindergarten–5th 		4.2
4
GILBERT WILLIE SR EL
684 students · Kindergarten–5th 		3.6
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Private
3 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten 		Not Rated

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
HERMAN FURLOUGH JR MIDDLE
1,154 students · 6th–8th 		5.5

High Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1
TERRELL H S
1,467 students · 9th–12th 		6.1
2
TERRELL ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER/PHOENIX SCH
34 students · 10th–12th 		5.9
3
TISD CHILD & ADOLESCENT SCHOOL
27 students · 7th–12th 		—

Other Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
W H BURNETT EL
372 students · Pre-K–Pre-K 		5.3
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
POETRY COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private
236 students · Kindergarten–12th 		Not Rated

Schools in Terrell

Terrell, Texas · 11 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$70,862

Median Home Value

$221,900

Median Rent

$1,177/mo

Population

26,145

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Community Profile

Terrell has a median household income of $70,862. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $221,900, with a median rent of $1,177/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.7%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Texas
Total Schools
11
Elementary
5
Middle
1
High
3
Districts
1
Avg Rating
5.7/10

Resources

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School District

TERRELL ISD

9 schools · 5,255 students

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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 Terrell, Texas

How many schools are in Terrell, Texas?

Terrell has 11 schools, including 9 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Terrell, Texas?

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

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

The top-ranked school in Terrell on MySchoolScout is Global Leadership Academy with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Terrell, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Terrell on MySchoolScout is Global Leadership Academy with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Terrell, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Terrell on MySchoolScout is Herman Furlough JR Middle with a composite score of 5.5/10.

What is the best high school in Terrell, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Terrell on MySchoolScout is Terrell H S with a composite score of 6.1/10.

How many school districts serve Terrell, Texas?

Terrell is served by 1 school district: Terrell ISD.

What is the education level in Terrell, Texas?

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

What is the median income in Terrell, Texas?

The median household income in Terrell is approximately $70,862 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Terrell, Texas?

Yes, Terrell has 2 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Poetry Community Christian School with a score of 7.3/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Terrell is 14.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Terrell, 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.

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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.