For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 187 students in Chester, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Chester, TX are Chester Elementary School and Chester High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chester, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Chester have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Chester, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chester Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
273 Yellowjacket Dr
Chester, TX 75936
(936) 969-2211
Chester, TX 75936
(936) 969-2211
Gr: PK-5 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Chester High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
273 Yellowjacket Dr
Chester, TX 75936
(936) 969-2353
Chester, TX 75936
(936) 969-2353
Gr: 6-12 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Chester, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Chester, TX include Chester Elementary School and Chester High School.
How many public schools are located in Chester?
2 public schools are located in Chester.
What is the racial composition of students in Chester?
Chester public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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