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Schleicher County

Texas · Public K-12

Schleicher County reports 3 public K-12 schools and roughly 414 students enrolled, per NCES, with a mix of 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

7-year change in Schleicher County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
414
-141 (-25%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
29%
was 23%
% Hispanic
71%
was 75%
% Black
0%
was 0%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
3
1 districts
Enrollment
414
NCES CCD
Median income
$86,694
Above Texas avg
Free/reduced lunch
61.8%
Above Texas avg
Elementary
1
144 students
Middle
1
124 students
High
1
146 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
SCHLEICHER ISD
414 students · 1 district in Schleicher County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Schleicher 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
49%
Hispanic
53%
Black
1%
Asian
0%
Two or more
23%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
1%
School enrollment
White
29%
Hispanic
71%
Black
0%
Asian
0%
Two or more
n/r
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
18.4%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
8.5%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
5.4%
civilian labor
Median age
40
23.0% under 18

Test scores in Schleicher County

Latest 2023-24 ELA proficiency, 3 schools ranked. Texas state average: 52.7%.

Top 3 schools (ELA)
  1. ELDORADO EL· 66.0%
  2. ELDORADO H S· 60.0%
  3. ELDORADO MIDDLE· 46.0%

See all 3 schools in Schleicher County ranked by score →

All schools (3)

NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
ELDORADO H SEldoradoHigh09-12146·
ELDORADO ELEldoradoElementaryPK-04144·
ELDORADO MIDDLEEldoradoMiddle05-08124·

Cities in Schleicher County

Eldorado3 schools

About Schleicher County

Schleicher County is a sparse county of about 2,381 residents in Texas. Its public-school system instructs approximately 414 students across 3 schools.

In context, census numbers show the median household earns about $86,694 a year, roughly 18% of adults have completed at least a four-year degree, and the federal-poverty share is near 9%. That income level is 30% noticeably above the Texas median.

On the level-by-level breakdown, Schleicher County is made up of 1 elementary school (144 students), 1 middle school (124), and 1 high school (146).

SCHLEICHER ISD dominates the local landscape, accounting for roughly 414 students on its own.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 414 students, fell 25% from the 555 reported in SY 2017-18. The White share of public-school enrollment rose from 23% to 29%.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Schleicher County discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools serve Schleicher County?
There are 3 public K-12 schools in Schleicher County, Texas, with a combined enrollment of about 414.
How many high schools are in Schleicher County?
Schleicher County, Texas has 1 public high school, serving approximately 146 students.
How many middle schools are in Schleicher County?
Schleicher County, Texas has 1 public middle school, serving approximately 124 students.
How many elementary schools are in Schleicher County?
Schleicher County, Texas has 1 public elementary school, serving approximately 144 students.
What is the largest school district in Schleicher County?
SCHLEICHER ISD is the largest school district in Schleicher County, serving approximately 414 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
How many people live in Schleicher County?
Schleicher County has roughly 2,381 residents according to the latest Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What is the median household income in Schleicher County?
Median household income in Schleicher County is $86,694, above the Texas average of $66,482. About 8.5% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Schleicher County?
Approximately 18.4% of adults 25 and older in Schleicher County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Schleicher County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 61.8% of students in Schleicher County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is higher than the Texas county average of 61.1%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Schleicher County schools?
Across Schleicher County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 9.3 to 1.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data