

About Conroe ISD

Established in 1892, Conroe ISD is a 348-square-mile school district serving a geographically diverse community that includes The Woodlands, Shenandoah, Oak Ridge North, Conroe, Grangerland, and several other communities and unincorporated areas. As the 7th largest school district in Texas and one of the largest in the nation, Conroe ISD serves approximately 72,000 students across 75 campuses and is the largest employer in Montgomery County, with more than 12,000 employees.
Conroe ISD combines the opportunities of a large school district with a strong record of student achievement. The District boasts a 97.2% graduation rate and provides students with extensive opportunities to earn college credit through Advanced Placement and dual credit courses. Students can also explore career pathways through 13 Career and Technical Education clusters and 29 programs of study, with opportunities to graduate with industry-recognized certifications and real-world experience.
Excellence extends beyond the classroom. Conroe ISD students consistently achieve at the highest levels in academics, fine arts, athletics, and career and technical education. In 2025-26 alone, the District celebrated 36 National Merit Finalists, 102 National Merit Commended Scholars, and hundreds of additional College Board recognition recipients.
While providing exceptional opportunities for students, Conroe ISD remains committed to responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars and maintains one of the lowest school district tax rates in the Houston metropolitan area. Across every classroom, campus, and community, Conroe ISD is committed to preparing students for success and setting the Texas standard in education.

348 square miles

largest district in Montgomery County

7th largest district in Texas

47th largest district in the U.S.
Conroe ISD provides students with exceptional opportunities to discover their strengths, pursue their interests, and prepare for what comes next. From rigorous academics and innovative career pathways to championship athletics and nationally recognized fine arts programs, students have access to experiences designed to challenge them both inside and outside the classroom.
Conroe ISD has a long tradition of excellence in University Interscholastic League academics, athletics, and fine arts, including nine UIL Lone Star Cup championships. In 2025-26, three Conroe ISD high schools finished among the top 15 schools in Texas in the Class 6A Lone Star Cup standings. District student-athletes and teams regularly compete for district, regional, and state championships across a wide range of sports.
Fine arts opportunities begin in the elementary grades and continue through award-winning programs in band, choir, orchestra, theatre, dance, and visual arts. In 2026, 31 Conroe ISD students earned the prestigious distinction of TMEA All-State Musician, placing them among the top student musicians in Texas. The District has also been recognized 13 times as one of the Best Communities for Music Education in the nation.
Students looking toward college and careers have access to extensive hands-on learning through Career and Technical Education. More than 25,000 Conroe ISD students in grades 7-12 participate in at least one CTE course, representing approximately 75% of students in those grades. Through industry certifications, internships, leadership organizations, specialized coursework, and real-world experiences, students can begin building their futures before they graduate.
Whether a student's passion is academics, the arts, athletics, career preparation, leadership, or service, Conroe ISD is committed to providing opportunities for every student to find a place to belong, grow, and succeed.

97.2% graduation rate; one of the highest in the State of Texas

achievement scores well above State and national averages

largest employer in Montgomery County with 12,000+ employees

$0.9471 tax rate; one of the lowest in the Houston area
Conroe ISD is committed to providing exceptional opportunities for students while remaining a responsible steward of taxpayer dollars. The District has earned the highest recognition for transparency from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts for 11 consecutive years and has received an “A” rating for Superior Achievement under Texas’ School FIRST financial accountability system for 23 consecutive years.
Conroe ISD has also earned the Texas Association of School Business Officials Award of Excellence in Financial Management for four consecutive years, recognizing the District’s commitment to strong financial practices, accountability, and transparent reporting.
These accomplishments reflect a larger commitment to the community Conroe ISD serves. Students, employees, families, businesses, and community partners work together to create schools where students are challenged, supported, and given opportunities to succeed. With a tradition of excellence, responsible stewardship, and a community deeply invested in its schools, Conroe ISD continues to build on more than 130 years of service to students.
More About the Area
History of Conroe ISD
Then & Now
Travis Intermediate was originally built in 1926 as Crockett High School.

circa 1940

present
During the summer of 1928, a modern four-room wooden school was built for Union Grove Elementary. At the beginning of the 1929-1930 school term, all school buildings in the District were renamed for Texas heroes.

circa 1930
Union Grove School (Ben Milam)

