Best Schools in Farmers Branch, Texas
8 schools in the directory · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Farmers Branch by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Farmers Branch EL
Elementary · Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Mclaughlin Strickland EL
Elementary · Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Field Middle
Middle · Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Farmers Branch are Farmers Branch EL (8.7/10), Mclaughlin Strickland EL (8.4/10), and Field Middle (7.9/10), among 6 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules. 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
8
6 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.9
6 public schools · out of 10
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
8
6 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.9
6 public schools · out of 10
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +13.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Farmers Branch public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Farmers Branch
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (6 rated schools; 8 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Farmers Branch EL | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Mclaughlin Strickland EL | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Field Middle | 7.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Blair EL | 7.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Stark EL | 6.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Texans Can Academy - Carrollton-Farmers Branch | 3.1 / 10 |
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About Schools in Farmers Branch, Texas
Farmers Branch, Texas is home to 8 schools, including 6 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
The 6 public schools in this comparison average 6.9 out of 10 on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-scoring public school in this comparison is Farmers Branch EL with a composite score of 8.7/10.
Farmers Branch is served by 2 school districts: TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES, CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD. These districts collectively serve 27,994 students.
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
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 474 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.7 | ||
| 2 | 684 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.4 | ||
| 3 | 496 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 | ||
| 4 | 701 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 419 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 24 students · Pre-K–4th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 909 students · 6th–8th | 7.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 249 students · 9th–12th | 3.1 |
Schools in Farmers Branch
Farmers Branch, Texas · 8 schools
Schools by Level
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- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Farmers Branch, Texas
How many schools are in Farmers Branch, Texas?
Farmers Branch has 8 schools, including 6 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Farmers Branch, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 6 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Farmers Branch is 6.9 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 Farmers Branch, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Farmers Branch on MySchoolScout is Farmers Branch EL with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Farmers Branch, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Farmers Branch on MySchoolScout is Farmers Branch EL with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Farmers Branch, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Farmers Branch on MySchoolScout is Field Middle with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Farmers Branch, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Farmers Branch on MySchoolScout is Texans Can Academy - Carrollton-Farmers Branch with a composite score of 3.1/10.
How many school districts serve Farmers Branch, Texas?
Farmers Branch is served by 2 school districts: Texans Can Academies, Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD.
Are there private schools in Farmers Branch, Texas?
Yes, Farmers Branch has 2 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Mary Immaculate Catholic School with a score of 7.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Farmers Branch, Texas?
Among 6 public schools in Farmers Branch that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 13.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Farmers Branch, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education sources. Schools with enough data receive 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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