Menard County Schools & Education
Menard County, Texas
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
59/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
90.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
90.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,179
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
#113
of 253 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Menard County
School Verdict
Menard County performs at an average level with a school score of 59/100 and a solid graduation rate of 90.0%.
Funding Context
Menard County spends $8,179 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 Menard County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 5% above the Texas average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 1.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 9% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Menard County, Texas
Traditional Rural Schooling in Menard
Menard County provides education through two public schools serving a total of 288 students. The system is managed by one school district, offering a streamlined path from elementary through high school.
Exceeding National Graduation Benchmarks
The county reports a 90% graduation rate, which sits comfortably above the national average of 87%. With a per-pupil expenditure of $8,179, the county invests more per student than the Texas state average of $7,498.
Menard ISD Serves the Community
Menard ISD manages the entire local student body with no charter school alternatives. The district is composed of Menard Elementary/JH and Menard High School, ensuring a consistent educational journey for all residents.
Small-Scale Learning in Rural Texas
Both campuses are classified as rural, featuring an average school size of just 144 students. Menard High School is particularly intimate, serving only 93 students in grades 9 through 12.
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Families looking for a setting where teachers know every student by name will find Menard County ideal. Explore available properties to join this small, dedicated rural school district.
School Overview
Total Schools
2
in Menard County
Total Enrollment
288
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in Menard County
MENARD ISD
2 Public Schools in Menard County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MENARD ELEMENTARY/JH | MENARD ISD | PK–8 | Primary | 195 |
| MENARD H S | MENARD ISD | 9–12 | High | 93 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,179
State avg $7,498
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Menard County, Texas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Menard County, Texas?
Menard County provides education through two public schools serving a total of 288 students. The system is managed by one school district, offering a streamlined path from elementary through high school.
How do schools in Menard County perform academically?
The county reports a 90% graduation rate, which sits comfortably above the national average of 87%. With a per-pupil expenditure of $8,179, the county invests more per student than the Texas state average of $7,498.
What are the major school districts in Menard County, Texas?
Menard ISD manages the entire local student body with no charter school alternatives. The district is composed of Menard Elementary/JH and Menard High School, ensuring a consistent educational journey for all residents.
What is the school experience like in Menard County?
Both campuses are classified as rural, featuring an average school size of just 144 students. Menard High School is particularly intimate, serving only 93 students in grades 9 through 12.
How can I find homes near good schools in Menard County, Texas?
Families looking for a setting where teachers know every student by name will find Menard County ideal. Explore available properties to join this small, dedicated rural school district.
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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.