Best Schools in Tool, Texas
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Tool EL
Elementary · Malakoff ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.4
out of 10
Median Home
$173,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.4
out of 10
Median Home
$173,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Tool
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tool EL | 8.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.4/10
- Median household income
- $68,996
- Median home value
- $173,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 42 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Tool compares
Median household income
$69k
93% of Texas median
About Schools in Tool, Texas
Tool, Texas is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.4 out of 10, schools in Tool 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 Tool is Tool EL with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Tool is served by 1 school district: MALAKOFF ISD. These districts collectively serve 1,441 students.
Tool's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,996. The poverty rate in the area is 12.1%.
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 | 246 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.4 |
Schools in Tool
Tool, Texas · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$68,996
Median Home Value
$173,200
Median Rent
$1,163/mo
Population
14,676
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Community Profile
Tool has a median household income of $68,996. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $173,200, with a median rent of $1,163/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.1%. The average commute in the area is 42 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 1
School District
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Tool, Texas
How many schools are in Tool, Texas?
Tool has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Tool, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tool is 8.4 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 Tool, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Tool on MySchoolScout is Tool EL with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Tool, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Tool on MySchoolScout is Tool EL with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve Tool, Texas?
Tool is served by 1 school district: Malakoff ISD.
What is the education level in Tool, Texas?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Tool have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Tool, Texas?
The median household income in Tool is approximately $68,996 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tool, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tool is 10.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tool, 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.