Van Alstyne ISD School District
School District · Van Alstyne, Texas
Avg Rating
7.6
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,552
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Avg Rating
7.6
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,552
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Evaluating Van Alstyne ISD?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Van Alstyne ISD as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Bob and Lola Sanford EL
Van Alstyne · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
John and Nelda Partin EL
Van Alstyne · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Van Alstyne J H
Van Alstyne · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Texas rank
#182 of 899
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.4
above Texas avg
Per-pupil spending
$9,552
$3,416 vs Texas median
District size
2,419 students
Larger than Texas median
The short answer
Van Alstyne ISD ranks #182 of 899 Texas districts by overall school rating. Van Alstyne ISD's schools with real test data average 7.6/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Bob and Lola Sanford EL (8.2/10), John and Nelda Partin EL (7.6/10), and Van Alstyne J H (7.5/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Van Alstyne ISD
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bob and Lola Sanford EL | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | John and Nelda Partin EL | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Van Alstyne J H | 7.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Van Alstyne H S | 7.3 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Van Alstyne ISD
Van Alstyne ISD is a Van Alstyne, Texas school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 2,419 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1. The district invests $9,552 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.6/10, Van Alstyne ISD is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Bob and Lola Sanford EL, which has a composite score of 8.2/10.
In standardized testing, Van Alstyne ISD students show an average math proficiency of 73.7% and ELA proficiency of 76.7%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Van Alstyne ISD, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Van Alstyne ISD with test data.
Schools in Van Alstyne ISD
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Texas
- City
- Van Alstyne
- Total Enrollment
- 2,419
- Teachers (FTE)
- 168
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Van Alstyne ISD?
Van Alstyne ISD has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Van Alstyne ISD?
The average composite rating for Van Alstyne ISD is 7.6/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Van Alstyne ISD?
Van Alstyne ISD spends $9,552 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Van Alstyne ISD?
The average student-teacher ratio in Van Alstyne ISD is 14.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in Van Alstyne ISD?
Bob and Lola Sanford EL is the highest-rated school in Van Alstyne ISD with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What are the test scores in Van Alstyne ISD?
Across schools in Van Alstyne ISD with test data, the average math proficiency is 73.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 76.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Van Alstyne ISD compare to other districts in Texas?
Van Alstyne ISD has an average school rating of 7.6/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Texas by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.6/10
- Math Proficiency
- 73.7%
- ELA Proficiency
- 76.7%
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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.
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