San Saba County Schools & Education
San Saba County, Texas
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
63/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
88.8%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
88.8%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,516
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,498
School Score
63/100
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
#88
of 253 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: San Saba County
School Verdict
San Saba County performs at an average level with a school score of 63/100 and a solid graduation rate of 88.8%.
Funding Context
San Saba County spends $9,516 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 San Saba County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 13% above the Texas average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 2.8 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 27% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in San Saba County, Texas
Small-Town Schooling in Central Texas
San Saba County manages a compact system of six public schools that serve a total of 962 students. The county’s three districts provide a mix of traditional elementary and middle schools alongside two unique 'all-level' campuses.
High Investment and Strong Academic Scores
The county invests $9,516 per student, which is well above the Texas state average of $7,498. This funding contributes to a school score of 58.3, though the 88.8% graduation rate currently trails the state average of 91.6%.
San Saba ISD Centralizes the County
San Saba ISD is the primary district, managing three schools and 684 students. Smaller districts like Cherokee ISD and Richland Springs ISD each serve 139 students through a single PK-12 campus, with no charter schools present.
A Blend of Town and Rural Learning
Four schools are located in town settings while two remain rural, with an average school size of only 192 students. San Saba Elementary is the largest campus with 294 students, offering a very personal educational experience.
Quiet Living with Personalized Education
San Saba County is perfect for those seeking small class sizes and higher-than-average per-pupil investment. Families should consider local real estate to enjoy a Central Texas lifestyle where every student is known by name.
School Overview
Total Schools
6
in San Saba County
Total Enrollment
962
students
School Districts
3
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
3 School Districts in San Saba County
SAN SABA ISD
CHEROKEE ISD
RICHLAND SPRINGS ISD
6 Public Schools in San Saba County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAN SABA EL | SAN SABA ISD | PK–4 | Primary | 294 |
| SAN SABA MIDDLE | SAN SABA ISD | 5–8 | Middle | 210 |
| SAN SABA H S | SAN SABA ISD | 9–12 | High | 180 |
| CHEROKEE SCHOOL | CHEROKEE ISD | PK–12 | Other | 139 |
| RICHLAND SPRINGS SCHOOL | RICHLAND SPRINGS ISD | PK–12 | Other | 139 |
| PECAN RIDGE H S | MULLIN ISD | 9–12 | Alternative | 0 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$9,516
State avg $7,498
Find Homes Near Top Schools
Browse homes in San Saba County filtered by school ratings on Zillow.
Search on Zillow →Find a Tutor in San Saba County
Connect with local and online tutors via Wyzant for personalized learning support.
Find a Tutor →Sponsored
Frequently Asked Questions
How do schools in San Saba County rate?
What is the graduation rate in San Saba County?
How much does San Saba County spend per student?
Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in San Saba County, Texas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in San Saba County, Texas?
San Saba County manages a compact system of six public schools that serve a total of 962 students. The county’s three districts provide a mix of traditional elementary and middle schools alongside two unique 'all-level' campuses.
How do schools in San Saba County perform academically?
The county invests $9,516 per student, which is well above the Texas state average of $7,498. This funding contributes to a school score of 58.3, though the 88.8% graduation rate currently trails the state average of 91.6%.
What are the major school districts in San Saba County, Texas?
San Saba ISD is the primary district, managing three schools and 684 students. Smaller districts like Cherokee ISD and Richland Springs ISD each serve 139 students through a single PK-12 campus, with no charter schools present.
What is the school experience like in San Saba County?
Four schools are located in town settings while two remain rural, with an average school size of only 192 students. San Saba Elementary is the largest campus with 294 students, offering a very personal educational experience.
How can I find homes near good schools in San Saba County, Texas?
San Saba County is perfect for those seeking small class sizes and higher-than-average per-pupil investment. Families should consider local real estate to enjoy a Central Texas lifestyle where every student is known by name.
Counties with Similar School Profile
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.