For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 617 students in Linden, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Linden, TX are Linden-kildare High School, Mae Luster Stephens J High School and Linden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Linden, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Linden have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Linden, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Linden-kildare High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2913 Farm Rd 125 S
Linden, TX 75563
(903) 756-5314
Linden, TX 75563
(903) 756-5314
Gr: 9-12 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Mae Luster Stephens J High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2913 Farm Rd 125 S
Linden, TX 75563
(903) 756-5314
Linden, TX 75563
(903) 756-5314
Gr: 6-8 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Linden Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
107 S Kaufman St
Linden, TX 75563
(903) 756-5471
Linden, TX 75563
(903) 756-5471
Gr: PK-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Linden, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Linden, TX include Linden-kildare High School, Mae Luster Stephens J High School and Linden Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Linden?
3 public schools are located in Linden.
What is the racial composition of students in Linden?
Linden public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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