For the fifth year in a row, Katy Independent School District has been named the No. 1 Best School District in the Houston Area by Niche, a trusted national platform known for its comprehensive school rankings.The 2026 Niche Best School Districts report reaffirms what many in the Greater Katy community already know: Katy ISD continues to set the standard for public education in the region.
Serving more than 95,000 students across 73 campuses, Katy ISD is the only large district in Texas to consistently place this high across a wide range of Niche performance categories. With an A+ overall rating, Katy ISD also ranked:
- No. 1 in Best Places to Teach in the Houston Area
- No. 1 in Districts with the Best Teachers in the Houston Area
- No. 1 in Best School Districts for Athletes in the Houston Area
- No. 1 Overall School District in the Houston Area
“This recognition is the direct result of our top-tier teachers and staff, who remain committed to delivering the highest quality learning experiences for every single child,” said Superintendent Dr. Ken Gregorski. “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.”
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