Besides Rice and UT, what else is good for a top student in Texas?

Have you considered OU or the University of Arkansas. They have agreements with the state of Texas in which you would pay in-state tuition. I know a few students who chose this option due to the merit money both schools offer. I only mention this because many parents don’t consider these options due to both schools being located out of state. With the in-state tuition agreement it makes both schools great options.