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Best 75023 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,155 students in 75023, TX (there are 7 private schools, serving 500 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 75023, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 75023, TX are Schimelpfenig Middle School, Hughston Elementary School and Carlisle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75023 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75023, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 75023, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Schimelpfenig Middle School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2400 Maumelle Dr
Plano, TX 75023
(469) 752-6400
Gr: 6-8 | 826 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Hughston Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2601 Cross Bend Rd
Plano, TX 75023
(469) 752-2000
Gr: PK-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Carlisle Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
6525 Old Orchard Dr
Plano, TX 75023
(469) 752-0600
Gr: K-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Wells Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3427 Mission Ridge Rd
Plano, TX 75023
(469) 752-3700
Gr: K-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Christie Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3801 Rainier Rd
Plano, TX 75023
(469) 752-0800
Gr: PK-5 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #66.
Thomas Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1800 Montana Trail
Plano, TX 75023
(469) 752-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #77.
Carpenter Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3905 Rainer Rd
Plano, TX 75023
(469) 752-5000
Gr: 6-8 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #88.
Clark High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
523 Spring Creek Pkwy
Plano, TX 75023
(469) 752-7200
Gr: 9-10 | 1,114 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: n/an/a
Guinn Special Programs Center
Alternative School
2221 Legacy Dr
Plano, TX 75023
(469) 752-6900
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Pearson Early Childhood
4000 Eagle Pass
Plano, TX 75023
(469) 752-4300
Gr: PK | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 75023, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 75023, TX include Schimelpfenig Middle School, Hughston Elementary School and Carlisle Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 75023?
10 public schools are located in 75023.
What percentage of students in 75023 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 75023 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 75023?
75023 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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