Jim Wells County Schools & Education
Jim Wells County, Texas
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
42/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
91.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
91.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,468
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,498
School Score
42/100
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
#214
of 253 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Jim Wells County
School Verdict
Jim Wells County performs at an average level with a school score of 42/100 and a solid graduation rate of 91.0%.
Funding Context
At $6,468 per pupil, Jim Wells County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Jim Wells County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 26% below the Texas average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 0.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 14% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Jim Wells County, Texas
An Integrated Town and Rural Network
Jim Wells County features 16 public schools across 5 districts, supporting a total enrollment of 7,614 students. The infrastructure includes 10 elementary schools and 4 high schools to serve the region's youth.
Competitive Graduation and Scoring
The county maintains a 91.0% graduation rate, staying competitive with the Texas state average of 91.6%. While per-pupil spending is $6,468, the county's school score of 52.9 remains close to state benchmarks.
Alice ISD Drives Local Enrollment
Alice ISD is the largest district, enrolling 4,506 students across its 6 campuses. The county also offers school choice through one charter school, which accounts for about 6% of the local options.
A Balanced Mix of Settings
The county is evenly split with 8 schools in town settings and 8 in rural areas. Alice High School is the largest campus with 1,290 students, while the average school across the county serves 476 children.
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School Overview
Total Schools
16
in Jim Wells County
Total Enrollment
7,614
students
School Districts
5
districts
Charter Schools
1
6% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
5 School Districts in Jim Wells County
ALICE ISD
ORANGE GROVE ISD
PREMONT ISD
BEN BOLT-PALITO BLANCO ISD
LA GLORIA ISD
16 Public Schools in Jim Wells County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALICE H S | ALICE ISD | 9–12 | High | 1,290 |
| ADAMS MIDDLE | ALICE ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 1,029 |
| NOONAN EL | ALICE ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 572 |
| ORANGE GROVE H S | ORANGE GROVE ISD | 9–12 | High | 558 |
| SCHALLERT EL | ALICE ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 546 |
| DUBOSE EL | ALICE ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 536 |
| SAENZ EL | ALICE ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 533 |
| ORANGE GROVE PRI | ORANGE GROVE ISD | PK–2 | Primary | 443 |
| ORANGE GROVE J H | ORANGE GROVE ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 396 |
| PREMONT ERNEST H SINGLETON EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY | PREMONT ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 379 |
| PREMONT COLLEGIATE H S | PREMONT ISD | 6–12 | Charter | 361 |
| ORANGE GROVE EL | ORANGE GROVE ISD | 3–5 | Primary | 358 |
| BEN BOLT-PALITO BLANCO EL | BEN BOLT-PALITO BLANCO ISD | PK–6 | Primary | 266 |
| BEN BOLT-PALITO BLANCO H S | BEN BOLT-PALITO BLANCO ISD | 7–12 | High | 228 |
| LA GLORIA EL | LA GLORIA ISD | PK–6 | Primary | 102 |
| PREMONT MONTESSORI ACADEMY | PREMONT ISD | KG | Primary | 17 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,468
State avg $7,498
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Schools in Jim Wells County, Texas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Jim Wells County, Texas?
Jim Wells County features 16 public schools across 5 districts, supporting a total enrollment of 7,614 students. The infrastructure includes 10 elementary schools and 4 high schools to serve the region's youth.
How do schools in Jim Wells County perform academically?
The county maintains a 91.0% graduation rate, staying competitive with the Texas state average of 91.6%. While per-pupil spending is $6,468, the county's school score of 52.9 remains close to state benchmarks.
What are the major school districts in Jim Wells County, Texas?
Alice ISD is the largest district, enrolling 4,506 students across its 6 campuses. The county also offers school choice through one charter school, which accounts for about 6% of the local options.
What is the school experience like in Jim Wells County?
The county is evenly split with 8 schools in town settings and 8 in rural areas. Alice High School is the largest campus with 1,290 students, while the average school across the county serves 476 children.
How can I find homes near good schools in Jim Wells County, Texas?
Whether you prefer the convenience of town schools or a rural educational setting, this county has options for every family. Explore local real estate to find the perfect home near these established districts.
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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.