List of 26 Best Schools in Texas (2026 Fees)

The public school system in Texas is tuition-free for all students. These schools are self-governing but are still accountable to state and federal entities. There are around 1,029 public school districts; most are independent, while some are consolidated school districts and municipal districts. Independent districts are separate from any country, state or municipality and have their own taxing authority. There is only one district that isn’t independent - the Stafford Municipal School District.

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Facts About Schools in Texas
  • Students in Texas who graduate in the top 10 percent of their high school class are guaranteed admission to state-funded universities.
  • The Texas Education Agency oversees all public and charter schools.
  • Types of private schools include non-sectarian, Catholic and Protestant schools.
  • There are 3,240 high schools around Texas, 2,813 of which are public schools.
  • Texas ranks as the 2nd state in terms of student enrollment.

Edarabia showcases all private schools in Texas through which parents can filter by tuition fees, curriculum, rankings & ratings. There are many public, private and charter schools near you that cater to both expat and local students.

Depending on the level of education; kindergartens (pre-schools), primary, secondary and high schools will all have varying tuition fees. Most K-12 schools offer different curriculums and extra-curricular activities to support the intellectual and physical wellbeing of students. Admissions for the top international schools in Texas tend to have waiting lists so it is recommended that parents apply well in advance to secure a spot for their children. Additionally, each school has ratings based on parent reviews and are ranked below accordingly.

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USD 946

USD 49,000

Vanguard College Preparatory School
  • Address: 2517 Mt Carmel, Waco
  • Founded: 1973
  • Curriculum: American
  • 1 Review
  • USD 15,800
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