Best Schools in Irving, Texas
72 schools in the directory · 41 Elementary · 9 Middle · 11 High · 11 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Irving by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Valley Ranch EL
Elementary · Coppell ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Las Colinas EL
Elementary · Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Lamar Middle
Middle · Irving 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 Irving are Valley Ranch EL (8.7/10), Las Colinas EL (8.3/10), and Lamar Middle (8.1/10), among 49 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
72
52 public · 20 private
Avg Score
5.6
49 public schools · out of 10
Districts
7
serving the city
Schools
72
52 public · 20 private
Avg Score
5.6
49 public schools · out of 10
Districts
7
serving the city
Rates 8.1/10 despite 85% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.8 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 Irving public schools in the current comparison.
STAAR proficiency rose +17.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Irving public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Irving
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (Top 10 of 49 rated schools; 72 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Valley Ranch EL | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Las Colinas EL | 8.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Lamar Middle | 8.1 / 10 |
| 4 | La Villita EL | 7.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Canyon Ranch EL | 7.5 / 10 |
| 6 | John W and Margie Stipes EL | 7.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Bush Middle | 7.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Keyes EL | 7.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Jack E Singley Academy | 6.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Johnston EL | 6.6 / 10 |
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About Schools in Irving, Texas
Irving, Texas is home to 72 schools, including 52 public schools and 20 private schools. The city's schools span 41 elementary schools, 9 middle schools, and 11 high schools.
The 49 public schools in this comparison average 5.6 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 Valley Ranch EL with a composite score of 8.7/10.
Irving is served by 7 school districts. These districts collectively serve 223,253 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
41 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 553 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.7 |
| 2 | 551 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.3 |
| 3 | 773 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.7 |
| 4 | 718 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.5 |
| 5 | 607 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 |
| 6 | 707 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
| 7 | 761 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.6 |
| 8 | 721 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.2 |
| 9 | 612 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.2 |
| 10 | 661 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.1 |
Show all 41 elementary schools in Irving
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 655 students · 6th–8th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 695 students · 6th–8th | 7.4 |
| 3 | 810 students · 6th–8th | 6.5 |
| 4 | 789 students · 6th–8th | 6.3 |
| 5 | 789 students · 6th–8th | 6.0 |
| 6 | 846 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
| 7 | 835 students · 6th–8th | 4.9 |
| 8 | 764 students · 6th–8th | 4.9 |
| 9 | 947 students · 6th–8th | 4.2 |
High Schools
11 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,611 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 | ||
| 2 | 908 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 | ||
| 3 | 886 students · 6th–12th | 6.1 | ||
| 4 | 283 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 | ||
| 5 | 115 students · 7th–12th | 5.2 | ||
| 6 | 2,535 students · 9th–12th | 4.7 | ||
| 7 | 2,379 students · 9th–12th | 4.6 | ||
| 8 | 274 students · 9th–12th | 4.0 | ||
| 9 | 2,596 students · 9th–12th | 3.6 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 352 students · 5th–12th | Not Rated | ||
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Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Other Schools
11 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 619 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.0 | ||
| 2 | 1,349 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.6 | ||
| 3 | 280 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 4.9 | ||
| 4 | 337 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 4.9 | ||
| 5 | 455 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 4.7 | ||
Private Schools6 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Stonegate Christian AcademyPrivate 92 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Islamic School of IrvingPrivate 749 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Radiant Stem AcademyPrivate 396 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | The Highlands SchoolPrivate 344 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 5 | Radiant Stem AcademyPrivate 397 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
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Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Schools in Irving
Irving, Texas · 72 schools
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 41
- Middle
- 9
- High
- 11
- Other
- 11
Resources
School Districts (7)
UNIVERSAL ACADEMY
3 schools · 2,103 students
MANARA ACADEMY
3 schools · 600 students
GREAT HEARTS TEXAS
13 schools · 12,019 students
CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD
40 schools · 24,386 students
COPPELL ISD
16 schools · 13,414 students
DALLAS ISD
240 schools · 139,246 students
IRVING ISD
38 schools · 31,485 students
Other Major Cities in Texas
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Irving, Texas
How many schools are in Irving, Texas?
Irving has 72 schools, including 52 public and 20 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Irving, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 49 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Irving is 5.6 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 Irving, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Irving on MySchoolScout is Valley Ranch EL with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Irving, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Irving on MySchoolScout is Valley Ranch EL with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Irving, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Irving on MySchoolScout is Lamar Middle with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best high school in Irving, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Irving on MySchoolScout is Jack E Singley Academy with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Irving, Texas?
Irving is served by 7 school districts: Universal Academy, Manara Academy, Great Hearts Texas, Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD, Coppell ISD, Dallas ISD, Irving ISD.
Are there private schools in Irving, Texas?
Yes, Irving has 20 private schools alongside 52 public schools. The top-rated private school is Holy Family Catholic Academy with a score of 8.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Irving, Texas?
Among 49 public schools in Irving that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 15.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Irving, 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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