Bosque County Schools & Education
Bosque County, Texas
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
56/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
88.9%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
88.9%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,306
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,498
School Score
56/100
Higher = better
State avg 56/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#133
of 253 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Bosque County
School Verdict
Bosque County performs at an average level with a school score of 56/100 and a solid graduation rate of 88.9%.
Funding Context
Bosque County spends $8,306 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Bosque County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 0% above the Texas average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 2.7 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 11% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Bosque County, Texas
A Network of Small Rural Districts
Bosque County supports 2,478 students across 11 public schools managed by 8 different school districts. The infrastructure consists of 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 5 multi-level facilities.
Performance Above National Benchmarks
With an 88.9% graduation rate, the county exceeds the national average of 87.0%. Local schools spend $8,306 per pupil, which is higher than the Texas state average of $7,498, resulting in a school score of 55.8.
Clifton and Valley Mills Lead Enrollment
Clifton ISD is the largest district, serving 1,024 students across 3 schools, followed by Valley Mills ISD with 665 students. There are no charter schools in the county, with all 11 campuses operating as traditional public schools.
Quiet Towns and Rural Campuses
The county features 8 rural and 3 town-based schools, with an average school size of 225 students. Clifton Elementary is the largest campus with 471 students, while Meridian High School serves a smaller cohort of 187.
Settling Near Bosque County Schools
Prospective homeowners will find a variety of small-town school options across the county's 8 districts. Consider homes in Clifton or Valley Mills for access to the area's most robust educational hubs.
School Overview
Total Schools
11
in Bosque County
Total Enrollment
2,478
students
School Districts
8
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
8 School Districts in Bosque County
CLIFTON ISD
VALLEY MILLS ISD
MERIDIAN ISD
KOPPERL ISD
WALNUT SPRINGS ISD
MORGAN ISD
IREDELL ISD
CRANFILLS GAP ISD
11 Public Schools in Bosque County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLIFTON EL | CLIFTON ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 471 |
| VALLEY MILLS EL | VALLEY MILLS ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 320 |
| CLIFTON H S | CLIFTON ISD | 9–12 | High | 312 |
| CLIFTON MIDDLE | CLIFTON ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 241 |
| MERIDIAN H S | MERIDIAN ISD | 6–12 | High | 187 |
| KOPPERL SCHOOL | KOPPERL ISD | PK–12 | Other | 186 |
| WALNUT SPRINGS SCHOOL | WALNUT SPRINGS ISD | PK–12 | Other | 171 |
| MERIDIAN EL | MERIDIAN ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 170 |
| MORGAN SCHOOL | MORGAN ISD | PK–12 | Other | 152 |
| IREDELL SCHOOL | IREDELL ISD | PK–12 | Other | 142 |
| CRANFILLS GAP SCHOOL | CRANFILLS GAP ISD | PK–12 | Other | 126 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,306
State avg $7,498
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Bosque County, Texas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Bosque County, Texas?
Bosque County supports 2,478 students across 11 public schools managed by 8 different school districts. The infrastructure consists of 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 5 multi-level facilities.
How do schools in Bosque County perform academically?
With an 88.9% graduation rate, the county exceeds the national average of 87.0%. Local schools spend $8,306 per pupil, which is higher than the Texas state average of $7,498, resulting in a school score of 55.8.
What are the major school districts in Bosque County, Texas?
Clifton ISD is the largest district, serving 1,024 students across 3 schools, followed by Valley Mills ISD with 665 students. There are no charter schools in the county, with all 11 campuses operating as traditional public schools.
What is the school experience like in Bosque County?
The county features 8 rural and 3 town-based schools, with an average school size of 225 students. Clifton Elementary is the largest campus with 471 students, while Meridian High School serves a smaller cohort of 187.
How can I find homes near good schools in Bosque County, Texas?
Prospective homeowners will find a variety of small-town school options across the county's 8 districts. Consider homes in Clifton or Valley Mills for access to the area's most robust educational hubs.
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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.