Houston area school districts have received high marks in Niche’s annual rankings, with Katy ISD leading the pack, securing the #7 spot as one of Texas’ top-rated school districts.
Tomball ISD follows closely at #18, while Friendswood ISD, Pearland ISD, and Clear Creek ISD have also earned places within the top 30.
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Here’s a look at how local districts performed in the overall rankings:
- Katy ISD - #7
- Tomball ISD - #18
- Friendswood ISD - #20
- Pearland ISD - #27
- Clear Creek ISD - #29
- Cy-Fair ISD - #45
- Conroe ISD - #52
- Fort Bend ISD - #72
- Lamar Consolidated ISD - #78
- Deer Park ISD - #85
- Humble ISD - #97
Katy ISD also excelled as one of the top places to teach in Texas, coming in at #2, while Clear Creek ISD ranked #7.
In athletics, Katy ISD ranked #11, and Cy-Fair ISD closely followed at #12, reflecting the area’s strong support for student-athletes.
In terms of teacher quality, Katy ISD ranked 6th in the state, while Tomball ISD placed 16th, with Houston Gateway Academy coming in at #65.
Fort Bend ISD and Cy-Fair ISD also ranked among the most diverse school districts in Texas, earning the #8 and #9 spots, respectively.
Niche’s rankings are based on over 100 million reviews and ratings from students and families, utilizing comprehensive profiles, search tools, and data insights to support families in finding the best educational fit.