Taylor County Schools & Education
Taylor County, Texas
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
45/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
92.2%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
92.2%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,196
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,498
School Score
45/100
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
#203
of 253 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Taylor County
School Verdict
Taylor County performs at an average level with a school score of 45/100 and a solid graduation rate of 92.2%.
Funding Context
At $6,196 per pupil, Taylor County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Taylor County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 20% below the Texas average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 0.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 17% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Taylor County, Texas
Abilene’s Robust Education Hub
Taylor County hosts 47 public schools and 5 districts, supporting a total student population of 24,454. The system is well-balanced, featuring 21 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, and 10 high schools.
High Success on a Lean Budget
Students here excel with a 92.2% graduation rate, surpassing both state and national averages. This performance is notable given the lean $6,196 per-pupil expenditure, which is significantly lower than the national average of $13,000.
The Dominance of Abilene and Wylie ISDs
Abilene ISD is the regional leader, serving 15,253 students across 28 different schools. Wylie ISD provides a significant suburban alternative, educating 5,419 students across its 8 campuses.
City Classrooms Meet Rural High Schools
Thirty-two schools are located in the city of Abilene, while 15 serve the outlying rural areas. Abilene HS is the largest campus with 1,966 students, nearly four times the county average school size of 532.
Relocate to Taylor County’s Top Districts
Taylor County provides high-performing schools in both city and rural environments. Families moving to the area should explore homes in the Abilene or Wylie districts to take advantage of these strong graduation rates.
School Overview
Total Schools
47
in Taylor County
Total Enrollment
24,454
students
School Districts
5
districts
Charter Schools
2
4% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
5 School Districts in Taylor County
ABILENE ISD
WYLIE ISD
JIM NED CISD
MERKEL ISD
TRENT ISD
47 Public Schools in Taylor County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABILENE H S | ABILENE ISD | 9–12 | High | 1,966 |
| COOPER H S | ABILENE ISD | 9–12 | High | 1,716 |
| WYLIE H S | WYLIE ISD | 9–12 | High | 1,467 |
| WYLIE WEST J H | WYLIE ISD | 5–8 | Middle | 972 |
| MANN MIDDLE | ABILENE ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 879 |
| LONG EARLY LEARNING CENTER | ABILENE ISD | PK | Other | 809 |
| WYLIE EAST EL | WYLIE ISD | KG–3 | Primary | 789 |
| MADISON MIDDLE | ABILENE ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 785 |
| CRAIG MIDDLE | ABILENE ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 783 |
| TEXAS LEADERSHIP OF ABILENE | TEXAS LEADERSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS | KG–12 | Charter | 727 |
| AUSTIN EL | ABILENE ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 724 |
| CLACK MIDDLE | ABILENE ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 707 |
| TAYLOR EL | ABILENE ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 658 |
| PURCELL EL | ABILENE ISD | KG–5 | Primary | 635 |
| DYESS EL | ABILENE ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 617 |
| MERKEL EL | MERKEL ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 565 |
| BASSETTI EL | ABILENE ISD | KG–5 | Primary | 553 |
| WYLIE EAST J H | WYLIE ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 524 |
| WARD EL | ABILENE ISD | KG–5 | Primary | 494 |
| ORTIZ EL | ABILENE ISD | KG–5 | Primary | 484 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,196
State avg $7,498
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Taylor County, Texas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Taylor County, Texas?
Taylor County hosts 47 public schools and 5 districts, supporting a total student population of 24,454. The system is well-balanced, featuring 21 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, and 10 high schools.
How do schools in Taylor County perform academically?
Students here excel with a 92.2% graduation rate, surpassing both state and national averages. This performance is notable given the lean $6,196 per-pupil expenditure, which is significantly lower than the national average of $13,000.
What are the major school districts in Taylor County, Texas?
Abilene ISD is the regional leader, serving 15,253 students across 28 different schools. Wylie ISD provides a significant suburban alternative, educating 5,419 students across its 8 campuses.
What is the school experience like in Taylor County?
Thirty-two schools are located in the city of Abilene, while 15 serve the outlying rural areas. Abilene HS is the largest campus with 1,966 students, nearly four times the county average school size of 532.
How can I find homes near good schools in Taylor County, Texas?
Taylor County provides high-performing schools in both city and rural environments. Families moving to the area should explore homes in the Abilene or Wylie districts to take advantage of these strong graduation rates.
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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.