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Best Schools in Zavalla, Texas

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.4/10
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Zavalla H S

6.9/10

High · Zavalla ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Zavalla EL

3.9/10

Elementary · Zavalla ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

5.4

out of 10

Median Home

$94,300

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Zavalla H S

STAAR proficiency rose +1.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Zavalla schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Zavalla

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Zavalla H S 6.9 / 10
2 Zavalla EL 3.9 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.4/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$45,441

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$94,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
10%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
89%

Of occupied housing units

How Zavalla compares

Median household income

$45k

61% of Texas median

About Schools in Zavalla, Texas

Zavalla, Texas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Zavalla 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 Zavalla is Zavalla H S with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Zavalla is served by 1 school district: ZAVALLA ISD. These districts collectively serve 320 students.

Zavalla's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $45,441. The poverty rate in the area is 18.3%.

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

1 school
# School Rating
1
Zavalla EL
165 students · Pre-K–5th 		3.9

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Zavalla H S
155 students · 6th–12th 		6.9

Schools in Zavalla

Zavalla, Texas · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$45,441

Median Home Value

$94,300

Median Rent

$669/mo

Population

2,309

College Educated

10%

Homeownership

89%

Poverty Rate

18.3%

Community Profile

Zavalla has a median household income of $45,441. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $94,300, with a median rent of $669/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.3%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Texas
Elementary
1
High
1

Resources

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School District

ZAVALLA ISD

2 schools · 320 students

Nearby Cities

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17 mi
Chester (2 schools)
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Chireno (2 schools)
24 mi
Diboll (4 schools)
21 mi
Woden (3 schools)
25 mi
Lufkin (29 schools)
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Woodville (5 schools)
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Brookeland (2 schools)
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Corrigan (3 schools)
27 mi
Pineland (2 schools)
27 mi
Jasper (5 schools)
30 mi
Pollok (3 schools)
30 mi
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33 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Zavalla, Texas

How many schools are in Zavalla, Texas?

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

What is the average school rating in Zavalla, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Zavalla is 5.4 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 Zavalla, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Zavalla on MySchoolScout is Zavalla H S with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Zavalla, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Zavalla on MySchoolScout is Zavalla EL with a composite score of 3.9/10.

What is the best high school in Zavalla, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Zavalla on MySchoolScout is Zavalla H S with a composite score of 6.9/10.

How many school districts serve Zavalla, Texas?

Zavalla is served by 1 school district: Zavalla ISD.

What is the education level in Zavalla, Texas?

According to Census data, 10% of adults in Zavalla have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Zavalla, Texas?

The median household income in Zavalla is approximately $45,441 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Zavalla is 9.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Zavalla, 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.