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Best Salado Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,429 students in Salado, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Salado, TX are Thomas Arnold Elementary School, Salado Middle School and Salado High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salado, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Salado have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Salado, TX (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas Arnold Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
550 Thomas Arnold Rd
Salado, TX 76571
(254) 947-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 1,073 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Salado Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1169 Williams Rd
Salado, TX 76571
(254) 947-6930
Gr: 6-8 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Salado High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1880 Williams Rd
Salado, TX 76571
(254) 947-6900
Gr: 9-12 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Salado, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Salado, TX include Thomas Arnold Elementary School, Salado Middle School and Salado High School.
How many public schools are located in Salado?
3 public schools are located in Salado.
What is the racial composition of students in Salado?
Salado public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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