Texas County Schools & Education
Texas County, Missouri
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
45/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
93.9%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
93.9%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,694
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,334
School Score
45/100
Higher = better
State avg 43/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#51
of 115 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Texas County
School Verdict
Texas County performs at an average level with a school score of 45/100 and a solid graduation rate of 93.9%.
Funding Context
At $5,694 per pupil, Texas County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Texas County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 3% above the Missouri average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 2.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 10% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Texas County, Missouri
Sixteen Schools Across the Rural Heartland
Texas County provides 16 public schools across six districts to support a total enrollment of 3,712 students. The system includes six elementary and seven high schools, plus dedicated alternative and special education facilities.
Exceeding National Academic Benchmarks
The 93.9% graduation rate in Texas County comfortably beats the 87% national average. The county achieves a school score of 52.8, matching the Missouri state average despite a lean per-pupil expenditure of $5,694.
Houston R-I Leads the District Rankings
Houston R-I is the largest district with 1,053 students, followed closely by the Licking and Cabool districts. All 16 schools are traditional public institutions, as there is no charter school presence in the county.
Small-Scale Learning in Rural Locales
Every campus in the county is classified as rural, providing a consistent small-town feel for all 3,712 students. School sizes are modest, averaging 247 students, with Houston Elementary being the largest at 432.
Discover Rural Living with Great Schools
Families looking for a stable, high-performing rural environment will find plenty to love in Texas County. Searching for homes in the Houston or Licking districts ensures your children attend schools with a proven 93.9% graduation rate.
School Overview
Total Schools
16
in Texas County
Total Enrollment
3,712
students
School Districts
6
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
6 School Districts in Texas County
HOUSTON R-I
LICKING R-VIII
CABOOL R-IV
PLATO R-V
RAYMONDVILLE R-VII
SUCCESS R-VI
16 Public Schools in Texas County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON ELEM. | HOUSTON R-I | PK–5 | Primary | 432 |
| LICKING HIGH | LICKING R-VIII | 7–12 | High | 423 |
| LICKING ELEM. | LICKING R-VIII | PK–6 | Primary | 416 |
| HOUSTON HIGH | HOUSTON R-I | 9–12 | High | 374 |
| CABOOL ELEM. | CABOOL R-IV | PK–4 | Primary | 340 |
| PLATO HIGH | PLATO R-V | 6–12 | High | 282 |
| PLATO ELEM. | PLATO R-V | PK–5 | Primary | 255 |
| SUMMERSVILLE HIGH | SUMMERSVILLE R-II | 6–12 | High | 234 |
| CABOOL MIDDLE | CABOOL R-IV | 5–8 | Middle | 222 |
| CABOOL HIGH | CABOOL R-IV | 9–12 | High | 207 |
| HOUSTON MIDDLE | HOUSTON R-I | 6–8 | Middle | 206 |
| RAYMONDVILLE ELEM. | RAYMONDVILLE R-VII | PK–8 | Primary | 130 |
| SUCCESS ELEM. | SUCCESS R-VI | PK–8 | Primary | 125 |
| EXCEPTIONAL CHILD COOP. | HOUSTON R-I | PK–12 | Special Education | 41 |
| GENTRY RESIDENTIAL TREAT. FAC. | DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE | 6–12 | High | 25 |
| SOUTH CENTRAL CORRECTIONAL CTR | DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS | 7–12 | Alternative | 0 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,694
State avg $6,334
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Texas County, Missouri — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Texas County, Missouri?
Texas County provides 16 public schools across six districts to support a total enrollment of 3,712 students. The system includes six elementary and seven high schools, plus dedicated alternative and special education facilities.
How do schools in Texas County perform academically?
The 93.9% graduation rate in Texas County comfortably beats the 87% national average. The county achieves a school score of 52.8, matching the Missouri state average despite a lean per-pupil expenditure of $5,694.
What are the major school districts in Texas County, Missouri?
Houston R-I is the largest district with 1,053 students, followed closely by the Licking and Cabool districts. All 16 schools are traditional public institutions, as there is no charter school presence in the county.
What is the school experience like in Texas County?
Every campus in the county is classified as rural, providing a consistent small-town feel for all 3,712 students. School sizes are modest, averaging 247 students, with Houston Elementary being the largest at 432.
How can I find homes near good schools in Texas County, Missouri?
Families looking for a stable, high-performing rural environment will find plenty to love in Texas County. Searching for homes in the Houston or Licking districts ensures your children attend schools with a proven 93.9% graduation rate.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.