For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,351 students in Stephenville, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 307 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Stephenville, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in Stephenville, TX are Hook Elementary School, Huckabay School and Henderson J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Stephenville, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Stephenville have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Stephenville, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hook Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1067 W Jones
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 968-3213
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 968-3213
Gr: 3-4 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Huckabay School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 County Rd 421
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 968-5274
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 968-5274
Gr: PK-12 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Henderson J High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2798 W Frey
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 968-6967
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 968-6967
Gr: 7-8 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Gilbert Intermediate School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
950 N Dale
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 968-4664
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 968-4664
Gr: 5-6 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Morgan Mill Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
295 E Fm 1188
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 968-4921
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 968-4921
Gr: PK-8 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #66.
Huston Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
680 Peach Orchard Rd
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 965-8883
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 965-8883
Gr: 9-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #77.
Stephenville High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2650 W Overhill Dr
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 968-4141
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 968-4141
Gr: 9-12 | 1,079 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #88.
Three Way Jh/hs
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
21350 Hwy 67
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 965-6496
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 965-6496
Gr: 7-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #99.
Coastal Horizons Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1220 Gregory St
Stephenville, TX 76401
(361) 528-3959
Stephenville, TX 76401
(361) 528-3959
Gr: 7-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: n/an/a
780 W Washington
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 965-3716
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 965-3716
Gr: PK-K | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
1601 W Frey
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 968-2311
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 968-2311
Gr: 1-2 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
247 Cr 207
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 965-6496
Stephenville, TX 76401
(254) 965-6496
Gr: PK-6 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Stephenville, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Stephenville, TX include Hook Elementary School, Huckabay School and Henderson J High School.
How many public schools are located in Stephenville?
12 public schools are located in Stephenville.
What percentage of students in Stephenville go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Stephenville are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Stephenville?
Stephenville public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Stephenville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Stephenville include: Coastal Horizons Academy vs. Huston Academy, Huston Academy vs. Coastal Horizons Academy, Gilbert Intermediate School vs. Hook Elementary School
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