Schools in Rusk ISD · Cherokee County

Deep in the Piney Woods of East Texas, Cherokee County's public schools spread across six districts serving communities that range from the county seat of Rusk to the growing town of Bullard near its western edge. That growth shows in the numbers: Bullard's schools consistently rank among the strongest in the region, with Bullard Intermediate and Bullard Middle both landing in the 86th–87th percentile statewide. Across the county's 20 ranked schools, four reach the top quartile statewide — a modest but meaningful share. Families prioritizing strong English and math performance will find their best options concentrated in the Bullard district.