Best Wheeler Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 501 students in Wheeler, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Wheeler, TX are Wheeler School and Kelton Isd. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wheeler, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Wheeler have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Wheeler, TX (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wheeler School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1 Mustang Dr
Wheeler, TX 79096
(806) 826-5534
Gr: PK-12 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Kelton Isd
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
16703 Fm 2697
Wheeler, TX 79096
(806) 826-5795
Gr: PK-12 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 33%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Wheeler, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Wheeler, TX include Wheeler School and Kelton Isd.
How many public schools are located in Wheeler?
2 public schools are located in Wheeler.
What is the racial composition of students in Wheeler?
Wheeler public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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