Schools in Palmer ISD · Ellis County

Fourteen of Ellis County's 61 ranked public schools place in the top quartile statewide — a notable concentration of strong performers for a county still finding its footing between Dallas's southern suburbs and the open farmland of Central Texas. Waxahachie Global High School leads the pack at the 96th percentile, offering a distinctive alternative to the traditional high school track, while Jean Coleman Elementary in Midlothian reflects the broader strength of that fast-growing district. Spread across 12 districts serving Waxahachie, Midlothian, Ennis, Red Oak, and smaller communities, Ellis County rewards families willing to look closely — the range in performance is real, but so are the standouts.