Gonzales County Schools & Education
Gonzales County, Texas
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
59/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
93.2%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
93.2%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,047
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,498
School Score
59/100
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
#117
of 253 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Gonzales County
School Verdict
Gonzales County performs at an average level with a school score of 59/100 and a solid graduation rate of 93.2%.
Funding Context
At $7,047 per pupil, Gonzales County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Gonzales County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 5% above the Texas average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 6% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Gonzales County, Texas
A Small-Town Education Network
Gonzales County supports a focused education infrastructure of 14 public schools serving 3,991 total students. Three school districts manage a landscape that includes three elementary, three middle, and four high schools.
Strong Graduation Rates Outpace the State
The county boasts a 93.2% graduation rate, significantly higher than the national average of 87.0% and the state average of 91.6%. While per-pupil spending of $7,047 trails the national benchmark, the county maintains a solid school score of 55.3.
Gonzales ISD Leads the Region
Gonzales ISD is the primary provider here, educating 2,605 students across five campuses. Nixon-Smiley CISD serves another 1,045 students, and the county offers limited choice with one charter school representing 7.1% of the local options.
Rural Schools with Personalized Attention
Most campuses are in rural settings, with nine schools in the countryside and five in town. With an average school size of 307 students, families experience a close-knit environment ranging from the 537-student Gonzales Elementary to the 791-student Gonzales High School.
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Families seeking high graduation rates and small-town values will find compelling options across the county. Explore local real estate near these districts to secure a spot in a community that prioritizes student success.
School Overview
Total Schools
14
in Gonzales County
Total Enrollment
3,991
students
School Districts
3
districts
Charter Schools
1
7% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
3 School Districts in Gonzales County
GONZALES ISD
NIXON-SMILEY CISD
WAELDER ISD
14 Public Schools in Gonzales County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GONZALES H S | GONZALES ISD | 8–12 | High | 791 |
| GONZALES J H | GONZALES ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 567 |
| GONZALES NORTH AVENUE | GONZALES ISD | 3–5 | Primary | 549 |
| GONZALES EL | GONZALES ISD | KG–2 | Primary | 537 |
| NIXON SMILEY EL | NIXON-SMILEY CISD | PK–4 | Primary | 458 |
| NIXON-SMILEY MIDDLE | NIXON-SMILEY CISD | 5–8 | Middle | 300 |
| WAELDER SCHOOL | WAELDER ISD | PK–12 | Other | 290 |
| NIXON-SMILEY H S | NIXON-SMILEY CISD | 9–12 | High | 283 |
| GONZALES PRI ACADEMY | GONZALES ISD | PK | Other | 161 |
| JHW INSPIRE ACADEMY - LEGACY RANCH | INSPIRE ACADEMIES | KG–12 | Charter | 40 |
| MARION ALTERNATIVE CENTER | MARION ISD | 6–12 | Alternative | 10 |
| NIXON-SMILEY CISD DAEP | NIXON-SMILEY CISD | 6–9 | Alternative | 4 |
| NIXON-SMILEY DAEP | RUNGE ISD | 10 | Alternative | 1 |
| NIXON-SMILEY PACE | NIXON-SMILEY CISD | 9–12 | Alternative | 0 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,047
State avg $7,498
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Gonzales County, Texas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Gonzales County, Texas?
Gonzales County supports a focused education infrastructure of 14 public schools serving 3,991 total students. Three school districts manage a landscape that includes three elementary, three middle, and four high schools.
How do schools in Gonzales County perform academically?
The county boasts a 93.2% graduation rate, significantly higher than the national average of 87.0% and the state average of 91.6%. While per-pupil spending of $7,047 trails the national benchmark, the county maintains a solid school score of 55.3.
What are the major school districts in Gonzales County, Texas?
Gonzales ISD is the primary provider here, educating 2,605 students across five campuses. Nixon-Smiley CISD serves another 1,045 students, and the county offers limited choice with one charter school representing 7.1% of the local options.
What is the school experience like in Gonzales County?
Most campuses are in rural settings, with nine schools in the countryside and five in town. With an average school size of 307 students, families experience a close-knit environment ranging from the 537-student Gonzales Elementary to the 791-student Gonzales High School.
How can I find homes near good schools in Gonzales County, Texas?
Families seeking high graduation rates and small-town values will find compelling options across the county. Explore local real estate near these districts to secure a spot in a community that prioritizes student success.
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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.