6.1public avg / 10

Best Schools in Vernon, Texas

8 schools in the directory · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other

Last updated: October 2026

Public: 7

Private: 1

Districts: 2

Comparable public avg (4): 6.1/10

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Elementary · Vernon ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.

Other · Northside ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.

High · Vernon 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 Vernon are Vernon EL (7.5/10), Northside School (5.9/10), and Vernon H S (5.7/10), 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.

Schools

7 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.1

4 public schools · out of 10

Districts

serving the city

Schools

7 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.1

4 public schools · out of 10

Districts

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024

Northside School

STAAR proficiency rose +25.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Vernon public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Vernon

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (4 rated schools; 8 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Vernon EL	7.5 / 10	Elementary	—	75th
2	Northside School	5.9 / 10	Other	—	36th
3	Vernon H S	5.7 / 10	High	—	32th
4	Vernon Middle	5.3 / 10	Middle	—	23th

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About Schools in Vernon, Texas

Vernon, Texas is home to 8 schools, including 7 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.

The 4 public schools in this comparison average 6.1 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 Vernon EL with a composite score of 7.5/10.

Vernon is served by 2 school districts: NORTHSIDE ISD, VERNON ISD. These districts collectively serve 2,003 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.

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Elementary Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Vernon EL 535 students · 2nd–5th	535	2nd–5th	7.5
2	T G Mccord EL 318 students · Pre-K–1st	318	Pre-K–1st	7.5
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	St Paul Lutheran SchoolPrivate 8 students · Pre-K–TK	8	Pre-K–TK	Not Rated

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Vernon Middle 383 students · 6th–8th	383	6th–8th	5.3

High Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Vernon H S 481 students · 9th–12th	481	9th–12th	5.7
2	North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon 25 students · 8th–12th	25	8th–12th	—
3	Vernon ISD Opportunity Center 14 students · 9th–12th	14	9th–12th	—

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Northside School 234 students · Kindergarten–12th	234	Kindergarten–12th	5.9

Schools in Vernon

Vernon, Texas · 8 schools

Schools by Level

State: Texas
Elementary: 3
Middle: 1
High: 3
Other: 1

Resources

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School Districts (2)

NORTHSIDE ISD

1 school · 234 students

VERNON ISD

7 schools · 1,769 students

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Vernon, Texas

How many schools are in Vernon, Texas?

Vernon has 8 schools, including 7 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Vernon, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for 4 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Vernon is 6.1 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 Vernon, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Vernon on MySchoolScout is Vernon EL with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Vernon, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Vernon on MySchoolScout is Vernon EL with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best middle school in Vernon, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Vernon on MySchoolScout is Vernon Middle with a composite score of 5.3/10.

What is the best high school in Vernon, Texas?

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

How many school districts serve Vernon, Texas?

Vernon is served by 2 school districts: Northside ISD, Vernon ISD.

Are there private schools in Vernon, Texas?

Yes, Vernon has 1 private school alongside 7 public schools.

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

Among 4 public schools in Vernon that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Vernon, 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.