Public schools in Texas achieve an average reading/language arts proficiency of 51% (2025).
The public schools with the highest reading/language arts proficiency are listed below (where sufficient data available).
The public school with the highest reading/language arts proficiency in Texas is Carnegie Vanguard High School with ≥99%.
RLA Proficiency Range: 92%
99%
Avg. RLA Proficiency: 95%
Top Reading/Language Arts Proficiency Public Schools in Texas (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
RLA Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #1 - 51. - 5.
Carnegie Vanguard High School
Magnet School
(Math: 95% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: ≥99%
Grades: 9-12
1501 Taft
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 732-3690
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 732-3690
Rank: #1 - 51. - 5.
Debakey H S For Health Prof
Magnet School
(Math: 83% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: ≥99%
Grades: 9-12
2545 Pressler
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 741-2410
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 741-2410
Rank: #1 - 51. - 5.
Health Careers High School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: ≥99%
Grades: 9-12
4646 Hamilton Wolfe
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-5400
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-5400
Rank: #1 - 51. - 5.
Lasa High School
(Math: 91% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: ≥99%
Grades: 9-12
1012 Arthur Stiles Rd
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-2589
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-2589
Rank: #1 - 51. - 5.
William B Travis Vanguard Academy Of Academically Tag
Magnet School
(Math: 94% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: ≥99%
Grades: 4-8
3001 Mckinney Ave
Dallas, TX 75204
(972) 794-7500
Dallas, TX 75204
(972) 794-7500
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Carver Center
Charter School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: 98%
Grades: 1-6
1300 E Wall St
Midland, TX 79701
(432) 240-6400
Midland, TX 79701
(432) 240-6400
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Windsor Park G/t
(Math: 94% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: 98%
Grades: 1-5
4525 S Alameda St
Corpus Christi, TX 78412
(361) 878-3770
Corpus Christi, TX 78412
(361) 878-3770
Rank: #8 - 218. - 21.
Alief Early College High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: ≥95%
Grades: 9-12
2811 A Hayes Rd
Houston, TX 77082
(281) 988-3010
Houston, TX 77082
(281) 988-3010
Rank: #8 - 218. - 21.
Early College H S At Midland College
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: ≥95%
Grades: 9-12
3600 N Garfield Allison Fine A
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 685-4641
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 685-4641
Rank: #8 - 218. - 21.
Hill Country College Prep High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
RLA Proficiency: ≥95%
Grades: 9-12
3615 Mustang Vista
Bulverde, TX 78163
(830) 221-2000
Bulverde, TX 78163
(830) 221-2000
Rank: #8 - 218. - 21.
J Kawas Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: ≥95%
Grades: PK-5
2100 S Milmo Ave
Laredo, TX 78046
(956) 273-3700
Laredo, TX 78046
(956) 273-3700
Rank: #8 - 218. - 21.
Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
RLA Proficiency: ≥95%
Grades: 9-12
1201 E Eighth St
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 925-5920
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 925-5920
Rank: #8 - 218. - 21.
Mansfield Frontier Stem Academy
(Reading: ≥95%)
RLA Proficiency: ≥95%
Grades: 9-12
1120 W Debbie Ln
Mansfield, TX 76063
(682) 314-1600
Mansfield, TX 76063
(682) 314-1600
Rank: #8 - 218. - 21.
Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: ≥95%
Grades: K-5
4826 University Park
Texarkana, TX 75503
(903) 791-2262
Texarkana, TX 75503
(903) 791-2262
Rank: #8 - 218. - 21.
School For The Highly Gifted
Charter School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: ≥95%
Grades: 1-8
2990 S Hwy 161
Grand Prairie, TX 75052
(972) 343-7864
Grand Prairie, TX 75052
(972) 343-7864
Rank: #8 - 218. - 21.
School For The Talented And Gifted
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: ≥95%
Grades: 9-12
1201 E Eighth St
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 925-5970
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 925-5970
Rank: #8 - 218. - 21.
School Of Health Professions
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
RLA Proficiency: ≥95%
Grades: 9-12
1201 E Eighth St
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 925-5930
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 925-5930
Rank: #8 - 218. - 21.
School Of Science And Engineering
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: ≥95%
Grades: 9-12
1201 E Eighth St
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 925-5960
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 925-5960
Rank: #8 - 218. - 21.
Spring Branch Academic Institute
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: ≥95%
Grades: K-12
14400 Fern
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-2277
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-2277
Rank: #8 - 218. - 21.
Tomball Star Academy
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: ≥95%
Grades: 9-12
11211 Fm 2920 Building 3
Tomball, TX 77375
(281) 357-3222
Tomball, TX 77375
(281) 357-3222
Rank: #8 - 218. - 21.
Trinidad Garza Early College At Mt View
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
RLA Proficiency: ≥95%
Grades: 9-12
4849 Illinois Ave Ste W53a
Dallas, TX 75211
(214) 860-3680
Dallas, TX 75211
(214) 860-3680
Rank: #2222.
Sudie L Williams Talented And Gifted Academy
(Math: 89% | Reading: 95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: 95%
Grades: 4-8
4518 Pomona Rd
Dallas, TX 75209
(972) 794-8700
Dallas, TX 75209
(972) 794-8700
Rank: #23 - 2623. - 26.
Commonwealth Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: 94%
Grades: PK-5
4909 Commonwealth Blvd
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(281) 634-5120
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(281) 634-5120
Rank: #23 - 2623. - 26.
Creekside Forest Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: 94%
Grades: K-5
5949 Creekside Forest Dr
Spring, TX 77389
(281) 357-4526
Spring, TX 77389
(281) 357-4526
Rank: #23 - 2623. - 26.
Iuniversity Prep
Magnet School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
RLA Proficiency: 94%
Grades: 5-12
3051 Ira E Woods Ave
Grapevine, TX 76051
(817) 305-4895
Grapevine, TX 76051
(817) 305-4895
Rank: #23 - 2623. - 26.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: 94%
Grades: K-5
3000 Hillbrook St
Dallas, TX 75214
(972) 749-7300
Dallas, TX 75214
(972) 749-7300
Rank: #27 - 2927. - 29.
Bess Campbell Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 93%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: 93%
Grades: PK-5
1000 Shadow Bend Dr
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(832) 223-1300
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(832) 223-1300
Rank: #27 - 2927. - 29.
Irma Rangel Young Women's Leadership School
Magnet School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 93%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: 93%
Grades: 6-12
1718 Robert B Cullum Blvd
Dallas, TX 75210
(972) 749-5200
Dallas, TX 75210
(972) 749-5200
Rank: #27 - 2927. - 29.
Kinder H S For Performing And Visual Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 93%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: 93%
Grades: 9-12
790 Austin St
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 942-1960
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 942-1960
Rank: #30 - 4530. - 45.
Arlington Collegiate High School
Alternative School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
RLA Proficiency: 90-94%
Grades: 9-12
2224 Southeast Pkwy
Arlington, TX 76018
(817) 515-3550
Arlington, TX 76018
(817) 515-3550
Rank: #30 - 4530. - 45.
Brownsville Early College High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
RLA Proficiency: 90-94%
Grades: 9-12
343 Ringgold Rd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 698-1476
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 698-1476
Rank: #30 - 4530. - 45.
Devers Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
RLA Proficiency: 90-94%
Grades: PK-5
201 S Chism
Devers, TX 77538
(936) 549-7591
Devers, TX 77538
(936) 549-7591
Rank: #30 - 4530. - 45.
East Early College High School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
RLA Proficiency: 90-94%
Grades: 9-12
220 N Milby St
Houston, TX 77003
(713) 847-4809
Houston, TX 77003
(713) 847-4809
Rank: #30 - 4530. - 45.
Harlingen School Of Health Professions
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
RLA Proficiency: 90-94%
Grades: 8-12
2302 N 21st St
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 430-4078
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 430-4078
Rank: #30 - 4530. - 45.
Houston Academy For International Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
RLA Proficiency: 90-94%
Grades: 9-12
1810 Stuart
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 942-1430
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 942-1430
Show 100 more public schools in TX (out of 8,066 total schools)
Loading...
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Texas average public schools reading/language arts proficiency?
The Texas average public schools reading/language arts proficiency is 51%% for 2025.
What are the public schools with the highest reading/language arts proficiency in Texas?
The best top ranked public schools in Texas include Carnegie Vanguard High School, Debakey H S For Health Prof and Health Careers High School.
What is public high school and public elementary school with the highest reading/language arts proficiency in Texas?
The public high school with the highest reading/language arts proficiency in Texas is Carnegie Vanguard High School, with a value of ≥99%. The public elementary school with the highest reading/language arts proficiency is William B Travis Vanguard Academy Of Academically Tag, with a value of ≥99%.
Recent Articles
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
