8.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Wheeler, Texas

2 schools · 2 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 8.3/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.3/10
Median household income: $70,282
Median home value: $144,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 19%
Owner-occupied homes: 76%

How Wheeler compares

Median household income

$70k

95% of Texas median

About Schools in Wheeler, Texas

Wheeler, Texas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span .

With an average rating of 8.3 out of 10, schools in Wheeler perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Wheeler is Wheeler School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Wheeler is served by 2 school districts: KELTON ISD, WHEELER ISD. These districts collectively serve 526 students.

Wheeler's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,282. The poverty rate in the area is 13.1%.

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.

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Other Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	WHEELER SCHOOL 386 students · Pre-K–12th	386	Pre-K–12th	8.5
2	KELTON ISD 140 students · Pre-K–12th	140	Pre-K–12th	8.1

Schools in Wheeler

Wheeler, Texas · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$70,282

Median Home Value

$144,700

Median Rent

$945/mo

Population

2,022

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

76%

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Community Profile

Wheeler has a median household income of $70,282. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $144,700, with a median rent of $945/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 8.3/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Wheeler schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Wheeler 📊 Niche Wheeler Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (2)

KELTON ISD

1 school · 140 students

WHEELER ISD

1 school · 386 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Wheeler, Texas

How many schools are in Wheeler, Texas?

Wheeler has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Wheeler, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wheeler is 8.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Wheeler on MySchoolScout is Wheeler School with a composite score of 8.5/10.

How many school districts serve Wheeler, Texas?

Wheeler is served by 2 school districts: Kelton ISD, Wheeler ISD.

What is the education level in Wheeler, Texas?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Wheeler have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Wheeler, Texas?

The median household income in Wheeler is approximately $70,282 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wheeler is 9.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wheeler, 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.