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The latest U.S. News rankings highlight the academic success of public middle schools in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Schools from Allen, Carroll, and Frisco Independent School Districts stood out with impressive A+ ratings, showcasing their commitment to educational excellence. Key factors like student-teacher ratios, enrollment numbers, and academic performance contributed to these exceptional rankings. The data, compiled using information from Niche and the U.S. Department of Education, serves as a valuable resource for families seeking quality education options in the region.
Dallas – The 2025 U.S. News rankings have spotlighted the exceptional academic achievements of public middle schools in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, reflecting a strong commitment to educational excellence. Among the top performers are schools from Allen Independent School District, Carroll Independent School District, and Frisco Independent School District, all of which received high marks in Niche’s evaluation, which considers factors such as academic performance, teacher quality, and student culture.
Leading the pack in the rankings is the Allen Independent School District, which comprises grades 7-8 and boasts a commendable student-teacher ratio of 18:1. With an enrollment of 1,263 students, this district earned an A+ rating from Niche. Closely following is the Carroll Independent School District, also serving grades 7-8 but with a much smaller enrollment of 577 students and a lower student-teacher ratio of 15:1, yet it too achieved an A+ rating.
The Frisco Independent School District has proven to be a dominant force as well, with several of its middle schools earning outstanding accolades. One school within the district, serving grades 6-8, reported an enrollment of 1,025 students and a favorable student-teacher ratio of 15:1, with an A+ Niche grade. Two other Frisco ISD campuses also secured A+ ratings, showcasing their commitment to quality education by maintaining a 16:1 and 14:1 student-teacher ratio, respectively, and enrollments of 1,071 and 894.
Another notable mention is the Coppell Independent School District, serving grades 6-8, which reported an enrollment of 1,096 students and a student-teacher ratio of 15:1, also earning an A+ rating from Niche. Meanwhile, Westlake, which encompasses grades K-12, secured enrollment for 888 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1 and an A+ rating.
In the broader scope of Dallas, the Dallas Independent School District (DISD), covering grades 6-12, registered 610 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17:1, earning an impressive A+ in the rankings.
An exemplary standout among elementary schools is the William B. Travis Academy/Vanguard for the Academically Talented and Gifted in Dallas ISD, which ranked as the second-best elementary and middle school in Texas for 2025. The academy reports an enrollment of 502 students, boasting 94% proficiency in math and perfect 100% proficiency in reading, with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1.
Another example is the Sudie L. Williams Talented and Gifted Academy, which ranked sixth in Texas with an enrollment of 429 students, reporting 89% proficiency in math and 95% in reading. Similarly, Robert H. Rockenbaugh Elementary from Carroll ISD ranked ninth, achieving 92% proficiency in both math and reading with a notably favorable student-teacher ratio of 12:1.
Among middle schools, Lawler Middle School in Frisco ISD achieved the third spot in the Texas rankings, with impressive proficiency scores of 93% in math and 92% in reading.
The 2025 rankings, compiled by Stacker using data from Niche and the U.S. Department of Education, present an invaluable resource for parents and communities aiming to evaluate and advocate for quality education in their respective areas. By focusing on key performance metrics, the rankings highlight the schools that excel in contributing to educational outcomes.
This year’s results not only recognize the hard work of educators and students but also serve as a guide for families looking to make informed decisions regarding their children’s education in the Dallas-Fort Worth region.
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