U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in education rankings, has listed six La Porte ISD elementary schools and one middle school in its 2026 Best Schools rankings.  

It is the third straight year for College Park, Heritage, La Porte, Lomax, Jennie Reid and Leo A. Rizzuto Elementary Schools to make the prestigious national list. Lomax Junior High is new to the U.S. News & World Report Best Middle Schools rankings.

The 2026 rankings are based on publicly available data from the U.S. Department of Education.

“This accomplishment highlights the dedication of our Board of Trustees and educators, the determination of our students, and the strong support of our families,” said La Porte ISD Superintendent Dr. Walter Jackson. “It stands as a testament to the exceptional learning environment we strive to build, one where every child has the opportunity to thrive and succeed. Our commitment to excellence remains steadfast as we continue to provide a high-quality education that prepares all students for a bright and successful future.”

The rankings methodology focused on state assessments of students who were proficient or above proficient in mathematics and reading/language arts, while accounting for student background and achievement in core subjects. Student-teacher ratios are applied to break ties in the overall score.  

-30-