Best Schools in Van Alstyne, Texas
4 schools in the directory · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Van Alstyne by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Van Alstyne J H
Middle · Van Alstyne ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Van Alstyne H S
High · Van Alstyne ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Bob and Lola Sanford EL
Elementary · Van Alstyne 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 Van Alstyne are Van Alstyne J H (8.4/10), Van Alstyne H S (7.3/10), and Bob and Lola Sanford EL (5.6/10), among 4 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.
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6.6
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serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Van Alstyne
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (4 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Van Alstyne J H | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Van Alstyne H S | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Bob and Lola Sanford EL | 5.6 / 10 |
| 4 | John and Nelda Partin EL | 5.2 / 10 |
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About Schools in Van Alstyne, Texas
Van Alstyne, Texas is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
The 4 public schools in this comparison average 6.6 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 Van Alstyne J H with a composite score of 8.4/10.
Van Alstyne is served by 1 school district: VAN ALSTYNE ISD. These districts collectively serve 2,419 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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 594 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.6 |
| 2 | 576 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 577 students · 6th–8th | 8.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 672 students · 9th–12th | 7.3 |
Schools in Van Alstyne
Van Alstyne, Texas · 4 schools
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Common questions about schools in Van Alstyne, Texas
How many schools are in Van Alstyne, Texas?
Van Alstyne has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Van Alstyne, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 4 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Van Alstyne is 6.6 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 Van Alstyne, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Van Alstyne on MySchoolScout is Van Alstyne J H with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Van Alstyne, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Van Alstyne on MySchoolScout is Bob and Lola Sanford EL with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Van Alstyne, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Van Alstyne on MySchoolScout is Van Alstyne J H with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best high school in Van Alstyne, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Van Alstyne on MySchoolScout is Van Alstyne H S with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Van Alstyne, Texas?
Van Alstyne is served by 1 school district: Van Alstyne ISD.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Van Alstyne, Texas?
Among 4 public schools in Van Alstyne that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 14.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Van Alstyne, 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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