Upton County Schools & Education
Upton County, Texas
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
86/100
Higher = better
Rating
High Performing
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
$11,760
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,498
School Score
86/100
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
#4
of 253 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Upton County
School Verdict
Upton County is a high-performing district with a school score of 86/100 and a graduation rate of 93.2%, reflecting strong academic outcomes.
Funding Context
Upton County spends $11,760 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 Upton County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 53% above the Texas average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 57% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Upton County, Texas
Small Scale, High Impact Learning
Upton County operates a very focused school system with just four public schools serving 823 students. These schools are split between two districts, McCamey ISD and Rankin ISD. Every level of education is represented by exactly one dedicated campus for the entire county.
Elite Investment and High Performance
Upton County invests a significant $11,760 per pupil, nearly double the spending of neighboring counties. This investment pays off with a 93.2% graduation rate and a standout school score of 65.5. These results are well above state averages and national medians.
McCamey and Rankin District Duo
McCamey ISD is the larger of the two districts with 505 students across three campuses. Rankin ISD operates as a single K-12 campus serving 318 students. There are no charter or alternative schools, ensuring a purely local and traditional educational focus.
Purely Rural and Highly Personal
All four schools in Upton County are classified as rural, reflecting the county's wide-open character. With an average school size of only 206 students, the environment is highly personal. Even the largest school, Rankin, serves just 318 students from kindergarten through graduation.
Experience World-Class Rural Education
For families seeking small-town living with big-city educational funding, Upton County is a rare find. The high per-pupil investment makes these districts incredibly attractive to new residents. Look for homes in McCamey or Rankin to give your children a unique academic advantage.
School Overview
Total Schools
4
in Upton County
Total Enrollment
823
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Upton County
MCCAMEY ISD
RANKIN ISD
4 Public Schools in Upton County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RANKIN SCHOOL | RANKIN ISD | PK–12 | Other | 318 |
| MCCAMEY PRI | MCCAMEY ISD | PK–4 | Primary | 209 |
| MCCAMEY MIDDLE | MCCAMEY ISD | 5–8 | Middle | 153 |
| MCCAMEY H S | MCCAMEY ISD | 9–12 | High | 143 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$11,760
State avg $7,498
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Upton County, Texas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Upton County, Texas?
Upton County operates a very focused school system with just four public schools serving 823 students. These schools are split between two districts, McCamey ISD and Rankin ISD. Every level of education is represented by exactly one dedicated campus for the entire county.
How do schools in Upton County perform academically?
Upton County invests a significant $11,760 per pupil, nearly double the spending of neighboring counties. This investment pays off with a 93.2% graduation rate and a standout school score of 65.5. These results are well above state averages and national medians.
What are the major school districts in Upton County, Texas?
McCamey ISD is the larger of the two districts with 505 students across three campuses. Rankin ISD operates as a single K-12 campus serving 318 students. There are no charter or alternative schools, ensuring a purely local and traditional educational focus.
What is the school experience like in Upton County?
All four schools in Upton County are classified as rural, reflecting the county's wide-open character. With an average school size of only 206 students, the environment is highly personal. Even the largest school, Rankin, serves just 318 students from kindergarten through graduation.
How can I find homes near good schools in Upton County, Texas?
For families seeking small-town living with big-city educational funding, Upton County is a rare find. The high per-pupil investment makes these districts incredibly attractive to new residents. Look for homes in McCamey or Rankin to give your children a unique academic advantage.
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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.