KATY, TX [September 26, 2025] – The Legacy of Katy Independent School District continues to grow. The District, which serves more than 95,000 students, earned the coveted top spot in the recently released Niche 2026 Best School Districts in the Houston Area ranking, marking this the 5th consecutive year Katy ISD has earned the distinction as the No. 1 destination for public education in the region.
Katy ISD earned an A+ rating, leading the Houston Area in multiple Niche categories. The District Ranked No. 1 in:
- Districts with the Best Teachers
- Best School Districts for Athletes and
- Best School District in the Houston Area
“These rankings are the direct result of our top tier teachers and staff, who remain committed to delivering the highest quality learning experiences for every single child,” Katy ISD Superintendent of Schools Dr. Ken Gregorski said. “Five-consecutive years of being number one in Houston, and Top 10 in the state, affirms why Katy ISD remains a destination District for families. Katy ISD represents the standard of excellence in public education.”
The District is also a premier destination for teachers, according to the Niche rankings, nabbing the No. 2 slot for Best Places to Teach in Texas and ranking seventh in Best School Districts for Texas Athletes. The District ranked No. 10 overall statewide in the Best School Districts Category…