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Best Melissa Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,878 students in Melissa, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Melissa, TX are Harry Mckillop Elementary School, Melissa Middle School and Melissa High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Melissa, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Melissa have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Melissa, TX (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harry Mckillop Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3509 Liberty Way
Melissa, TX 75454
(972) 837-2632
Gr: K-5 | 1,016 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Melissa Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3150 Cardinal Dr
Melissa, TX 75454
(972) 837-4355
Gr: 6-8 | 1,741 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Melissa High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3030 Milrany Ln
Melissa, TX 75454
(972) 837-4216
Gr: 9-12 | 1,983 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
North Creek Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4401 Cypress Dr
Melissa, TX 75454
(972) 837-4530
Gr: K-5 | 885 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
East Cardinal Middle School
4390 Fm 545
Melissa, TX 75454
(972) 837-2411
Rank: n/an/a
Highland Elementary School
4818 Highland Rd
Melissa, TX 75454
(972) 837-2411
Rank: n/an/a
Melissa Ridge Education Center
3233 W Fannin Rd
Melissa, TX 75454
(972) 837-4387
Gr: PK | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
Sixth Grade Center
3150 Cardinal Dr
Melissa, TX 75454
(972) 837-2411
Rank: n/an/a
Sumeer Elememtary
1910 Greer Way
Melissa, TX 75454
(214) 386-2800
Gr: K-5 | 962 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 68%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Melissa, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Melissa, TX include Harry Mckillop Elementary School, Melissa Middle School and Melissa High School.
How many public schools are located in Melissa?
9 public schools are located in Melissa.
What is the racial composition of students in Melissa?
Melissa public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Melissa are often viewed compared to one another?

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