Best Schools in Willis, Texas
10 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Willis by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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W Lloyd Meador EL
Elementary · Willis ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Turner EL
Elementary · Willis ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Parmley EL
Elementary · Willis ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Willis for 2026 are W Lloyd Meador EL (6.4/10), Turner EL (6.3/10), and Parmley EL (4.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
10
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$233,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
10
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$233,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 6.3/10 despite 69% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.8 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 Willis schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +6.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Willis schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Willis
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | W Lloyd Meador EL | 6.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Turner EL | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Parmley EL | 4.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Willis H S | 4.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Robert P Brabham Middle | 4.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Edward B Cannan EL | 3.9 / 10 |
| 7 | C C Hardy EL | 3.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Lynn Lucas Middle | 3.0 / 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
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $79,421
- Median home value
- $233,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Willis compares
Texas rank
#634 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.8
below Texas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$79k
107% of Texas median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Willis, Texas
Willis, Texas is home to 10 schools, including 10 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Willis show moderate performance 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 Willis is W Lloyd Meador EL with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Willis is served by 1 school district: WILLIS ISD. These districts collectively serve 8,974 students.
Willis's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $79,421. The poverty rate in the area is 10.9%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 643 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 435 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.3 |
| 3 | 616 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.8 |
| 4 | 667 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.9 |
| 5 | 788 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.8 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,141 students · 6th–8th | 4.1 |
| 2 | 937 students · 6th–8th | 3.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,634 students · 9th–12th | 4.7 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 291 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 3.3 |
| 2 | 25 students · 6th–11th | — |
Schools in Willis
Willis, Texas · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$79,421
Median Home Value
$233,400
Median Rent
$1,309/mo
Population
37,396
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Community Profile
Willis has a median household income of $79,421. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $233,400, with a median rent of $1,309/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.9%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Willis, Texas
How many schools are in Willis, Texas?
Willis has 10 schools, including 10 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Willis, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Willis is 4.5 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 Willis, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Willis on MySchoolScout is W Lloyd Meador EL with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Willis, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Willis on MySchoolScout is W Lloyd Meador EL with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Willis, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Willis on MySchoolScout is Robert P Brabham Middle with a composite score of 4.1/10.
What is the best high school in Willis, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Willis on MySchoolScout is Willis H S with a composite score of 4.7/10.
How many school districts serve Willis, Texas?
Willis is served by 1 school district: Willis ISD.
What is the education level in Willis, Texas?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Willis have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Willis, Texas?
The median household income in Willis is approximately $79,421 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Willis, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Willis is 16.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Willis, 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.