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Glasscock County

Texas · Public K-12

Glasscock County's public schools total 2 across the county, with enrollment of about 293 and Glasscock County ISD the largest single district. By level, that breaks down as 1 elementary and 1 high schools.

7-year change in Glasscock County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
293
-20 (-6%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
61%
was 54%
% Hispanic
38%
was 46%
% Black
0%
was 0%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
2
1 districts
Enrollment
293
NCES CCD
Median income
$101,250
Above Texas avg
Free/reduced lunch
·
Enrollment-weighted
Elementary
1
136 students
Middle
0
schools
High
1
157 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
GLASSCOCK COUNTY ISD
293 students · 1 district in Glasscock County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Glasscock County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
71%
Hispanic
27%
Black
0%
Asian
0%
Two or more
29%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
61%
Hispanic
38%
Black
0%
Asian
0%
Two or more
n/r
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
29.2%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
6.8%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
0.8%
civilian labor
Median age
40
23.5% under 18

Test scores in Glasscock County

Latest 2023-24 ELA proficiency, 2 schools ranked. Texas state average: 52.7%.

Top 2 schools (ELA)
  1. GARDEN CITY EL· 91.0%
  2. GARDEN CITY H S· 83.0%

See all 2 schools in Glasscock County ranked by score →

All schools (2)

NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
GARDEN CITY H SGarden CityHigh06-12157·
GARDEN CITY ELGarden CityElementaryPK-05136·

Cities in Glasscock County

Garden City2 schools

About Glasscock County

Glasscock County is a small Texas county of about 1,068 residents, home to 2 public schools and roughly 293 students.

Looking at the wider area, census numbers show the median household earns about $101,250 a year, roughly 29% of adults have completed at least a four-year degree, and roughly 7% of residents live below the federal poverty line. That income level is 52% noticeably above the Texas median.

For a sense of the school types, Glasscock County covers 1 elementary school (136 students), and 1 high school (157).

GLASSCOCK COUNTY ISD dominates the local landscape, accounting for roughly 293 students on its own.

Looking at the last 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment contracted 6%: 313 students in SY 2017-18 versus 293 in SY 2024-25. Demographically, the Hispanic share of enrollment decreased from 46% to 38%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Glasscock County discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Glasscock County?
Glasscock County, Texas has 2 public K-12 schools serving approximately 293 students.
How many high schools are in Glasscock County?
Glasscock County, Texas has 1 public high school, serving approximately 157 students.
How many elementary schools are in Glasscock County?
Glasscock County, Texas has 1 public elementary school, serving approximately 136 students.
What is the largest school district in Glasscock County?
GLASSCOCK COUNTY ISD is the largest school district in Glasscock County, serving approximately 293 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
How many people live in Glasscock County?
Glasscock County has roughly 1,068 residents according to the latest Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What is the median household income in Glasscock County?
Median household income in Glasscock County is $101,250, above the Texas average of $66,482. About 6.8% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Glasscock County?
Approximately 29.2% of adults 25 and older in Glasscock County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Glasscock County schools?
Across Glasscock County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 8.0 to 1.
What is the racial makeup of Glasscock County?
Glasscock County residents are approximately 71% White, 27% Hispanic, 29% two or more races according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of housing in Glasscock County is owner-occupied?
Glasscock County has about 513 housing units, of which roughly 68.5% are owner-occupied.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data