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Best 75243 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 19 public schools serving 9,268 students in 75243, TX (there are 5 private schools, serving 243 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 75243, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 75243, TX are Moss Haven Elementary School, Hamilton Park Pacesetter Magnet and Forest Meadow Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75243 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75243, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 75243, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Moss Haven Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
9202 Moss Farm Ln
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 593-2200
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Park Pacesetter Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
8301 Towns St
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 593-3900
Gr: PK-6 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Forest Meadow Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
9373 Whitehurst Dr
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 593-1500
Gr: 6-8 | 1,211 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Harmony Science Academy - Dallas
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
11995 Forestgate Dr
Dallas, TX 75243
(972) 234-9993
Gr: K-12 | 1,110 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy Plano
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
601 Accent Dr
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 287-8532
Gr: PK-12 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #66.
Forestridge Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
10330 Bunchberry Dr
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 593-8500
Gr: PK-6 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #77.
Stults Road Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
8700 Stults Rd
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 593-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #88.
Aikin Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
12300 Pleasant Vly Dr
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 593-1820
Gr: PK-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #99.
Skyview Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
9229 Meadowknoll Dr
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 593-2400
Gr: PK-5 | 802 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1010.
Liberty J High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
10330 Lawler Rd
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 593-7888
Gr: 7-8 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1111.
Forest Lane Academy
(Math: 30% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
9663 Forest Ln
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 593-1850
Gr: PK-5 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1212.
Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2727 Military Pkwy
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 287-8537
Gr: PK-12 | 991 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1313.
Audelia Creek Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
12600 Audelia
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 593-2900
Gr: PK-6 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1414.
Texans Can Academy - Garland
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
9704 Skillman St
Dallas, TX 75243
(214) 824-4226
Gr: 10-12 | 6 students
Rank: #1515.
Texans Can Academy - Dallas North
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
9704 Skillman
Dallas, TX 75243
(241) 824-4226
Gr: 9-12 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 43:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Disciplinary Alternative Placement Center
Alternative School
9666 Ferris Branch Blvd
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 593-5800
Gr: 3-12 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Memorial Park Academy
Alternative School
9666 Ferris Branch Blvd
Dallas, TX 75243
(469) 593-0000
Rank: n/an/a
Nexus - Dallas
Charter School
9525 Greenville Ave
Dallas, TX 75243
(570) 954-2465
Rank: n/an/a
Richland Collegiate H S Of Math Science Engineerin
Charter School
12800 Abrams Rd
Dallas, TX 75243
(972) 761-6888
Gr: 12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 75243, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 75243, TX include Moss Haven Elementary School, Hamilton Park Pacesetter Magnet and Forest Meadow Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 75243?
19 public schools are located in 75243.
What percentage of students in 75243 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 75243 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 75243?
75243 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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