Briscoe County Schools & Education
Briscoe County, Texas
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
48/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
84.4%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
84.4%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,697
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,498
School Score
48/100
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
#186
of 253 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Briscoe County
School Verdict
Briscoe County has average school quality (score: 48/100) with a graduation rate of 84.4%, indicating room for improvement in student outcomes.
Funding Context
Briscoe County spends $8,697 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 Briscoe County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 14% below the Texas average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 7.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 16% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Briscoe County, Texas
A Rural PK–12 Focus
Briscoe County operates a very small educational network with just 2 schools serving 396 total students. Both campuses are managed by separate districts and provide comprehensive PK–12 instruction for their rural populations.
Investing Heavily in Small Batches
The county spends $8,697 per pupil, which is over $1,000 more than the Texas state average. However, the graduation rate currently sits at 84.4%, and the county holds a school score of 54.2.
Silverton and Turkey-Quitaque Districts
The county is split between Silverton ISD and Turkey-Quitaque ISD, which serve 213 and 183 students respectively. No charter schools exist in the county, as the two traditional districts handle all local enrollment.
Exclusively Rural and Traditional
Both schools in the county are situated in rural locales and function as all-in-one campuses for every grade level. Silverton School is the larger of the two, with an enrollment of 213 students.
A Quiet Educational Retreat
Briscoe County is ideal for those seeking a rural lifestyle where everyone knows everyone at the local school. If a small, unified PK–12 environment is your goal, look for properties in Silverton or Quitaque.
School Overview
Total Schools
2
in Briscoe County
Total Enrollment
396
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Briscoe County
SILVERTON ISD
TURKEY-QUITAQUE ISD
2 Public Schools in Briscoe County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SILVERTON SCHOOL | SILVERTON ISD | PK–12 | Other | 213 |
| VALLEY SCHOOL | TURKEY-QUITAQUE ISD | PK–12 | Other | 183 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,697
State avg $7,498
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Briscoe County, Texas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Briscoe County, Texas?
Briscoe County operates a very small educational network with just 2 schools serving 396 total students. Both campuses are managed by separate districts and provide comprehensive PK–12 instruction for their rural populations.
How do schools in Briscoe County perform academically?
The county spends $8,697 per pupil, which is over $1,000 more than the Texas state average. However, the graduation rate currently sits at 84.4%, and the county holds a school score of 54.2.
What are the major school districts in Briscoe County, Texas?
The county is split between Silverton ISD and Turkey-Quitaque ISD, which serve 213 and 183 students respectively. No charter schools exist in the county, as the two traditional districts handle all local enrollment.
What is the school experience like in Briscoe County?
Both schools in the county are situated in rural locales and function as all-in-one campuses for every grade level. Silverton School is the larger of the two, with an enrollment of 213 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Briscoe County, Texas?
Briscoe County is ideal for those seeking a rural lifestyle where everyone knows everyone at the local school. If a small, unified PK–12 environment is your goal, look for properties in Silverton or Quitaque.
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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.