Best Schools in Tyler, Texas
51 schools · 26 Elementary · 7 Middle · 10 High · 8 Other
Choosing a school in Tyler?
Use this page to compare every school in Tyler 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.
The Leadership Academy
Elementary · Cumberland Academy. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Caldwell Arts Academy
Elementary · Tyler ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Birdwell School
Elementary · Tyler ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Tyler for 2026 are The Leadership Academy (9.1/10), Caldwell Arts Academy (9.0/10), and Birdwell School (8.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 47 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
51
38 public · 13 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$192,367
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Schools
51
38 public · 13 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$192,367
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Rates 8.6/10 despite 73% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.4 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Tyler schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +20.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Tyler schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Tyler
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (47 of 51). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Leadership Academy | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Caldwell Arts Academy | 9.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Birdwell School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Ut Tyler University Academy at Palestine | 8.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Ut Tyler University Academy at Tyler | 7.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Bonner EL | 7.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Woods EL | 7.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Three Lakes Middle | 7.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Owens EL | 7.6 / 10 |
| 10 | Promise Academy | 7.6 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $67,643
- Median home value
- $192,367
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 62%
26% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Tyler compares
Texas rank
#376 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.0
below Texas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$68k
91% of Texas median
Schools in this city
47
About Schools in Tyler, Texas
Tyler, Texas gives parents 38 ranked public schools to choose from, spanning elementary through secondary grades across a mid-sized East Texas city. The average school score lands at 6.8 out of 10 — a solid mid-range baseline that holds up against comparable Texas metros. Nearly half the district clears a meaningful threshold: 18 schools, or 47% of ranked campuses, score 7 or higher, meaning parents have genuine options on the higher end of the performance spectrum, not just a handful of standouts surrounded by mediocrity.
The elementary tier is where Tyler's strongest performers concentrate. Birdwell School and Caldwell Arts Academy share the top spot at 8.9 out of 10 — the highest scores in the city. Caldwell's arts-integrated model offers a distinct instructional identity for families who want something beyond a conventional elementary program. Owens Elementary (8.4) and Jones Elementary (8.3) round out a strong upper tier, giving parents four elementary campuses in the 8+ range. For families with younger children, the elementary landscape here competes well.
Beyond elementary, UT Tyler University Academy at Tyler — an "other" designation reflecting its university-affiliated charter model — scores 7.8 and represents a different kind of option for families open to non-traditional programs. It sits meaningfully above the city average and above the 7-plus threshold shared by nearly half of Tyler's ranked schools, making it worth a close look for parents whose students are ready for a structured academic environment.
Practically, Tyler rewards targeted research. With 18 schools above 7.0 and an average of 6.8, the gap between the city's top performers and its middle tier is real but not extreme — parents who prioritize elementary quality have four strong options, and the 47% rate of 7-plus schools means choice is available across multiple neighborhoods. Families entering at the middle or high school level should compare scores directly against the 6.8 city average, since the top-heavy strength at the elementary tier does not automatically carry through every grade band.
Elementary Schools
26 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 293 students · Kindergarten–8th | 9.1 |
| 2 | 611 students · Kindergarten–8th | 9.0 |
| 3 | 511 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.6 |
| 4 | 376 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 5 | 785 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 6 | 693 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
| 7 | 508 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
| 8 | 714 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 |
| 9 | 358 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.6 |
| 10 | 589 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 |
Show all 26 elementary schools in Tyler
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 907 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 856 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
| 3 | 1,040 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
| 4 | 369 students · 6th–8th | 5.6 |
| 5 | 711 students · 4th–6th | 5.6 |
| 6 | 475 students · 7th–8th | 5.0 |
| 7 | 826 students · 6th–8th | 4.8 |
High Schools
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 444 students · 9th–12th | 7.1 | ||
| 2 | 78 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 | ||
| 3 | 2,647 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 | ||
| 4 | 1,046 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 | ||
| 5 | 2,100 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 | ||
| 6 | 551 students · 9th–12th | 4.8 | ||
| 7 | 96 students · 9th–12th | 4.2 | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Bishop Tk Gorman Catholic School
Private
219 students · 6th–12th | 6.6 | ||
| 2 | Islamic Faith Academy
Private
30 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.4 | ||
| 3 | Lael Christian Academy
Private
10 students · 9th–12th | — | ||
Other Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 233 students · Kindergarten–12th | 8.3 | ||
| 2 | 392 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.9 | ||
| Private Schools 6 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Christian Heritage School
Private
77 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.6 | ||
| 2 | Good Shepherd School
Private
140 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.4 | ||
| 3 | All Saints Episcopal School
Private
616 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.9 | ||
| 4 | King's Academy Christian School
Private
198 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.8 | ||
| 5 | Bridgemark Center for Learning
Private
99 students · 1st–12th | 5.6 | ||
| 6 | Grace Community School
Private
907 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.0 | ||
Schools in Tyler
Tyler, Texas · 51 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 6 ZIP codes
Median Income
$67,643
Median Home Value
$192,367
Median Rent
$1,241/mo
Population
135,917
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
12.0%
Community Profile
Tyler has a median household income of $67,643. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $192,367, with a median rent of $1,241/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.0%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 26
- Middle
- 7
- High
- 10
- Other
- 8
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Tyler, Texas
How many schools are in Tyler, Texas?
Tyler has 51 schools, including 38 public and 13 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Tyler, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tyler is 6.2 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 Tyler, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Tyler on MySchoolScout is The Leadership Academy with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Tyler, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Tyler on MySchoolScout is The Leadership Academy with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Tyler, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Tyler on MySchoolScout is Three Lakes Middle with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best high school in Tyler, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Tyler on MySchoolScout is Tyler ISD Early College H S with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Tyler, Texas?
Tyler is served by 5 school districts: Cumberland Academy, Trinity Charter School, Ut Tyler University Academy, Chapel Hill ISD, Tyler ISD.
What is the education level in Tyler, Texas?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Tyler have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Tyler, Texas?
The median household income in Tyler is approximately $67,643 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Tyler, Texas?
Yes, Tyler has 13 private schools alongside 38 public schools. The top-rated private school is Promise Academy with a score of 7.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tyler, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tyler is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tyler, 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.