Best Schools in Duncanville, Texas
17 schools · 9 Elementary · 5 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Duncanville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ume Preparatory Academy - Duncanville
Elementary · Ume Preparatory Academy. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Central EL
Elementary · Duncanville ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Duncanville H S
High · Duncanville ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Duncanville for 2026 are Ume Preparatory Academy - Duncanville (7.4/10), Central EL (4.6/10), and Duncanville H S (4.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 15 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
17
15 public · 2 private
Avg Score
4.0
out of 10
Median Home
$240,450
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
17
15 public · 2 private
Avg Score
4.0
out of 10
Median Home
$240,450
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 7.4/10 despite 49% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.9 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Duncanville schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +7.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Duncanville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Duncanville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (15 of 17). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ume Preparatory Academy - Duncanville | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Central EL | 4.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Duncanville H S | 4.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Fairmeadows EL | 4.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Glenn C Hardin Int | 4.6 / 10 |
| 6 | J Herman Reed Middle | 4.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Village Tech Schools | 3.8 / 10 |
| 8 | William Lee Hastings EL | 3.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Mary E Smithey Pace H S | 3.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Clint Q Smith EL | 3.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.0/10
- Median household income
- $73,160
- Median home value
- $240,450
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
7% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Duncanville compares
Texas rank
#646 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-2.2
below Texas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$73k
99% of Texas median
Schools in this city
15
About Schools in Duncanville, Texas
Duncanville, Texas is home to 17 schools, including 15 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 4.0 out of 10, schools in Duncanville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Duncanville is Ume Preparatory Academy - Duncanville with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Duncanville is served by 3 school districts: UME PREPARATORY ACADEMY, VILLAGE TECH SCHOOLS, DUNCANVILLE ISD. These districts collectively serve 14,650 students.
Duncanville's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,160. The poverty rate in the area is 9.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 253 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.4 | ||
| 2 | 457 students · Pre-K–4th | 4.6 | ||
| 3 | 438 students · Pre-K–4th | 4.6 | ||
| 4 | 490 students · Pre-K–4th | 3.8 | ||
| 5 | 335 students · Pre-K–4th | 3.3 | ||
| 6 | 343 students · Pre-K–4th | 2.9 | ||
| 7 | 406 students · Pre-K–4th | 2.6 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | First Methodist School
Private
8 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
| 2 | Browns Early Discovery School
Private
26 students · Kindergarten–2nd | — | ||
Middle Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 474 students · 5th–6th | 4.6 |
| 2 | 514 students · 7th–8th | 4.5 |
| 3 | 524 students · 7th–8th | 3.3 |
| 4 | 387 students · 5th–6th | 3.2 |
| 5 | 454 students · 5th–6th | 3.2 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4,607 students · 9th–12th | 4.6 |
| 2 | 87 students · 9th–12th | 3.8 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,322 students · Pre-K–12th | 3.8 |
Schools in Duncanville
Duncanville, Texas · 17 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$73,160
Median Home Value
$240,450
Median Rent
$1,578/mo
Population
39,778
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Community Profile
Duncanville has a median household income of $73,160. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $240,450, with a median rent of $1,578/month. The local poverty rate of 9.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 5
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Duncanville, Texas
How many schools are in Duncanville, Texas?
Duncanville has 17 schools, including 15 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Duncanville, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Duncanville is 4.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Duncanville, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Duncanville on MySchoolScout is Ume Preparatory Academy - Duncanville with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Duncanville, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Duncanville on MySchoolScout is Ume Preparatory Academy - Duncanville with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Duncanville, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Duncanville on MySchoolScout is Glenn C Hardin Int with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What is the best high school in Duncanville, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Duncanville on MySchoolScout is Duncanville H S with a composite score of 4.6/10.
How many school districts serve Duncanville, Texas?
Duncanville is served by 3 school districts: Ume Preparatory Academy, Village Tech Schools, Duncanville ISD.
What is the education level in Duncanville, Texas?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Duncanville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Duncanville, Texas?
The median household income in Duncanville is approximately $73,160 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Duncanville, Texas?
Yes, Duncanville has 2 private schools alongside 15 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Duncanville, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Duncanville is 14.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Duncanville, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.