Erath County Schools & Education
Erath County, Texas
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
49/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
92.7%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
92.7%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,393
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,498
School Score
49/100
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
#184
of 253 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Erath County
School Verdict
Erath County performs at an average level with a school score of 49/100 and a solid graduation rate of 92.7%.
Funding Context
At $6,393 per pupil, Erath County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Erath County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 13% below the Texas average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 15% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Erath County, Texas
Diverse Education in Erath County
Erath County serves 6,104 students across 15 schools and eight school districts. The infrastructure features a unique mix including five elementary schools and four specialized campuses to meet varied student needs.
Strong Results and Balanced Investment
The graduation rate stands at 92.7%, outperforming the national average of 87.0%. Per-pupil spending of $6,393 supports a composite school score of 53.6, which is very close to the state average.
Stephenville ISD is the Hub
Stephenville ISD is the largest provider by far, enrolling 3,730 students across six schools. Dublin ISD serves as the second-largest district with 1,146 students, while Erath Excels Academy provides a charter option.
Town Centers and Rural Outposts
Schools are divided between nine rural locales and six town settings, with an average campus size of 407. Stephenville High School is the county's largest campus with 1,127 students, acting as a central social and academic hub.
Stability in Stephenville and Dublin
Families value Erath County for its high graduation rates and the stability of its town-centered school districts. Consider exploring the housing markets in Stephenville to be near the county's most diverse academic and athletic programs.
School Overview
Total Schools
15
in Erath County
Total Enrollment
6,104
students
School Districts
8
districts
Charter Schools
1
7% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
8 School Districts in Erath County
STEPHENVILLE ISD
DUBLIN ISD
HUCKABAY ISD
LINGLEVILLE ISD
BLUFF DALE ISD
THREE WAY ISD
MORGAN MILL ISD
ERATH EXCELS ACADEMY INC
15 Public Schools in Erath County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEPHENVILLE H S | STEPHENVILLE ISD | 9–12 | High | 1,127 |
| HOOK EL | STEPHENVILLE ISD | 3–4 | Primary | 569 |
| HENDERSON J H | STEPHENVILLE ISD | 7–8 | Middle | 551 |
| GILBERT INT | STEPHENVILLE ISD | 5–6 | Middle | 547 |
| CHAMBERLIN EL | STEPHENVILLE ISD | 1–2 | Primary | 514 |
| DUBLIN H S | DUBLIN ISD | 7–12 | High | 489 |
| CENTRAL EL | STEPHENVILLE ISD | PK–KG | Primary | 422 |
| DUBLIN EL | DUBLIN ISD | PK–3 | Primary | 420 |
| HUCKABAY SCHOOL | HUCKABAY ISD | PK–12 | Other | 313 |
| LINGLEVILLE SCHOOL | LINGLEVILLE ISD | PK–12 | Other | 282 |
| BLUFF DALE EL | BLUFF DALE ISD | PK–12 | Other | 242 |
| DUBLIN INT | DUBLIN ISD | 4–6 | Middle | 237 |
| THREE WAY ISD | THREE WAY ISD | PK–12 | Other | 233 |
| MORGAN MILL EL | MORGAN MILL ISD | PK–8 | Primary | 117 |
| HUSTON ACADEMY | ERATH EXCELS ACADEMY INC | 9–12 | Charter | 41 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,393
State avg $7,498
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Erath County, Texas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Erath County, Texas?
Erath County serves 6,104 students across 15 schools and eight school districts. The infrastructure features a unique mix including five elementary schools and four specialized campuses to meet varied student needs.
How do schools in Erath County perform academically?
The graduation rate stands at 92.7%, outperforming the national average of 87.0%. Per-pupil spending of $6,393 supports a composite school score of 53.6, which is very close to the state average.
What are the major school districts in Erath County, Texas?
Stephenville ISD is the largest provider by far, enrolling 3,730 students across six schools. Dublin ISD serves as the second-largest district with 1,146 students, while Erath Excels Academy provides a charter option.
What is the school experience like in Erath County?
Schools are divided between nine rural locales and six town settings, with an average campus size of 407. Stephenville High School is the county's largest campus with 1,127 students, acting as a central social and academic hub.
How can I find homes near good schools in Erath County, Texas?
Families value Erath County for its high graduation rates and the stability of its town-centered school districts. Consider exploring the housing markets in Stephenville to be near the county's most diverse academic and athletic programs.
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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.