For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,163 students in Limestone County, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in Limestone County, TX are Developmental Center, Coolidge High School and Mexia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Limestone County, TX public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Limestone County have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Limestone County, TX public high school have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Groesbeck High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Limestone County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Developmental Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
611 N Ross
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4023
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4023
Gr: 7-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Coolidge High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1002 Kirven
Coolidge, TX 76635
(254) 786-4822
Coolidge, TX 76635
(254) 786-4822
Gr: 6-12 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Mexia High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1120 N Ross
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4010
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4010
Gr: 9-12 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Groesbeck High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1202 N Ellis
Groesbeck, TX 76642
(254) 729-4101
Groesbeck, TX 76642
(254) 729-4101
Gr: 9-12 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Limestone County 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alter Learning Center (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
701 S Ellis
Groesbeck, TX 76642
(254) 729-4105
Groesbeck, TX 76642
(254) 729-4105
Gr: 9-12 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 17%
Limestone County Juvenile Detention Center (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
819 W Trinity
Groesbeck, TX 76642
(254) 729-4139
Groesbeck, TX 76642
(254) 729-4139
Gr: 4-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Mexia School Of Choice (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
616 North Red River St
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4000
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Limestone County, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in Limestone County, TX include Developmental Center, Coolidge High School and Mexia High School.
How many public high schools are located in Limestone County?
4 public high schools are located in Limestone County.
What is the racial composition of students in Limestone County?
Limestone County public high schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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