For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 8,377 students in Magnolia, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Magnolia, TX are Cedric C Smith, Willie E Williams Elementary School and Bear Branch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Magnolia, TX public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Magnolia have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Magnolia, TX (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cedric C Smith
(Math: 58% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
28747 Hardin Store Rd
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2300
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2300
Grades: PK-4
| 777 students
Rank: #22.
Willie E Williams Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18101 Fm 1488
Magnolia, TX 77355
(281) 356-6866
Magnolia, TX 77355
(281) 356-6866
Grades: PK-4
| 871 students
Rank: #33.
Bear Branch Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8909 Fm 1488
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 356-4771
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 356-4771
Grades: PK-4
| 568 students
Rank: #44.
Magnolia Parkway Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11745 Fm 1488
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-7440
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-7440
Grades: PK-4
| 859 students
Rank: #55.
Tom R Ellisor Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
33040 Egypt Ln
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-7400
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-7400
Grades: PK-4
| 494 students
Rank: #66.
Bear Branch Intermediate School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8040 Ken Lake Dr
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2031
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2031
Grades: 5-6
| 1,019 students
Rank: #77.
Decker Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27427 Decker Prairie Rosehill
Magnolia, TX 77355
(281) 357-3134
Magnolia, TX 77355
(281) 357-3134
Grades: PK-4
| 713 students
Rank: #88.
Magnolia Intermediate School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
31164 Nichols Sawmill Rd
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2033
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2033
Grades: 5-6
| 1,092 students
Rank: #99.
Nichols Sawmill Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
28750 Nichols Sawmill Rd
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2133
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2133
Grades: PK-4
| 554 students
Rank: #1010.
Magnolia Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
31900 Nichols Sawmill Rd
Magnolia, TX 77355
(281) 356-6434
Magnolia, TX 77355
(281) 356-6434
Grades: PK-4
| 692 students
Rank: #1111.
J L Lyon Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
27035 Nichols Sawmill Rd
Magnolia, TX 77355
(281) 356-8115
Magnolia, TX 77355
(281) 356-8115
Grades: PK-4
| 738 students
Rank: n/an/a
Aep
Alternative School
110 S Magnolia Blvd
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2006
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2006
Grades: 4-12
| n/a students
Magnolia, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8040 Kenlake
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2031
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2031
Grades: 6
| 458 students
110 S Magnolia Blvd
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2033
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2033
Grades: 6
| 504 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Magnolia, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Magnolia, TX include Cedric C Smith, Willie E Williams Elementary School and Bear Branch Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Magnolia?
12 public elementary schools are located in Magnolia.
What is the racial composition of students in Magnolia?
Magnolia public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Magnolia are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Magnolia include: Magnolia Parkway Elementary School vs. Bear Branch Elementary School, Decker Prairie Elementary School vs. Willie E Williams Elementary School, Willie E Williams Elementary School vs. Magnolia Elementary School
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