For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,163 students in Limestone County, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in Limestone County, TX are Developmental Center, Coolidge High School and Mexia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Limestone County, TX public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Limestone County have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Limestone County, TX public high school have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Groesbeck High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Limestone County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Developmental Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
611 N Ross
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4023
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4023
Gr: 5-11 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Coolidge High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1002 Kirven
Coolidge, TX 76635
(254) 786-4822
Coolidge, TX 76635
(254) 786-4822
Gr: 6-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Mexia High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1120 N Ross
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4010
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4010
Gr: 9-12 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Groesbeck High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1202 N Ellis
Groesbeck, TX 76642
(254) 729-4101
Groesbeck, TX 76642
(254) 729-4101
Gr: 9-12 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Limestone County, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in Limestone County, TX include Developmental Center, Coolidge High School and Mexia High School.
How many public high schools are located in Limestone County?
4 public high schools are located in Limestone County.
What is the racial composition of students in Limestone County?
Limestone County public high schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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