For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,306 students in Altair, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Altair, TX are Garwood Elementary School, Sheridan Elementary School and Eagle Lake Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Altair, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Altair have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Altair, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Garwood Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7827 Hwy 71 S
Altair, TX 77412
(979) 234-3531
Altair, TX 77412
(979) 234-3531
Gr: PK-5 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Sheridan Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5526 Fm 2437
Altair, TX 77412
(979) 234-3531
Altair, TX 77412
(979) 234-3531
Gr: K-5 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Eagle Lake Intermediate School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 Tate Ave
Altair, TX 77412
(979) 234-3531
Altair, TX 77412
(979) 234-3531
Gr: 3-5 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Rice Junior High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1093 Raider Dr
Altair, TX 77412
(979) 234-3531
Altair, TX 77412
(979) 234-3531
Gr: 6-8 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Eagle Lake Primary
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
600 Johnnie D Hutchins
Altair, TX 77412
(979) 234-3531
Altair, TX 77412
(979) 234-3531
Gr: PK-2 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Rice High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1095 Raider Dr
Altair, TX 77412
(979) 234-3531
Altair, TX 77412
(979) 234-3531
Gr: 9-12 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #77.
Rice Challenge Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
600 Fm 3013
Altair, TX 77412
(979) 234-3531
Altair, TX 77412
(979) 234-3531
Gr: 9-12 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Altair, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Altair, TX include Garwood Elementary School, Sheridan Elementary School and Eagle Lake Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in Altair?
7 public schools are located in Altair.
What is the racial composition of students in Altair?
Altair public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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