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5.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Rowlett, Texas

16 schools · 12 Elementary · 3 Middle · 1 High

Public: 14
Private: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 5.1/10
Estimated Scores: 7%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.1/10

7% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$115,190

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$342,750

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
38%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
31 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
76%

Of occupied housing units

How Rowlett compares

Texas rank

#614 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.1

below Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$115k

155% of Texas median

Schools in this city

14

About Schools in Rowlett, Texas

Rowlett, Texas is home to 16 schools, including 14 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 12 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.1 out of 10, schools in Rowlett show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Rowlett is Doris Cullins-lake Pointe EL with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Rowlett is served by 2 school districts: GARLAND ISD, ROCKWALL ISD. These districts collectively serve 70,457 students.

Rowlett's community shows 38% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $115,190. The poverty rate in the area is 7.4%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (16) Elementary (12) Middle (3) High (1)
Filter by Type: All Types (16) Public (14) Private (2)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (16) Academics (16) Growth (13) Resources (14)
Filter by ZIP: 75088 (9) 75089 (7)

Elementary Schools

12 schools
# School Rating
1
DORIS CULLINS-LAKE POINTE EL
534 students · Pre-K–6th 		7.2
2
HERFURTH EL
562 students · Pre-K–5th 		6.4
3
BACK EL
428 students · Pre-K–5th 		5.9
4
KEELEY EL
572 students · Pre-K–5th 		5.0
5
NITA PEARSON EL
545 students · Pre-K–5th 		4.9
6
KATHERINE STEPHENS EL
488 students · Pre-K–5th 		4.5
7
LIBERTY GROVE EL
512 students · Pre-K–5th 		4.3
8
STEADHAM EL
448 students · Pre-K–5th 		4.0
9
NORMA DORSEY EL
573 students · Pre-K–5th 		3.8
10
ROWLETT EL
498 students · Pre-K–5th 		3.5
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
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ROWLETT Private
15 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten 		Not Rated
2
WESLEYAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private
13 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten 		Not Rated

Middle Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1
VERNON SCHRADE MIDDLE
822 students · 6th–8th 		5.2
2
COYLE MIDDLE
273 students · 7th–8th 		5.1
3
COYLE MIDDLE TECHNOLOGY CENTER FOR MATH AND SCIENC
613 students · 6th–7th 		5.0

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
ROWLETT H S
2,286 students · 9th–12th 		6.5

Schools in Rowlett

Rowlett, Texas · 16 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$115,190

Median Home Value

$342,750

Median Rent

$1,964/mo

Population

62,528

College Educated

38%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Community Profile

Rowlett has a median household income of $115,190. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $342,750, with a median rent of $1,964/month. The local poverty rate of 7.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Texas
Total Schools
16
Elementary
12
Middle
3
High
1
Districts
2
Avg Rating
5.1/10

Resources

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School Districts (2)

GARLAND ISD

78 schools · 51,659 students

ROCKWALL ISD

25 schools · 18,798 students

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Rowlett, Texas

How many schools are in Rowlett, Texas?

Rowlett has 16 schools, including 14 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Rowlett, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rowlett is 5.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Rowlett, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Rowlett on MySchoolScout is Doris Cullins-lake Pointe EL with a composite score of 7.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Rowlett, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Rowlett on MySchoolScout is Doris Cullins-lake Pointe EL with a composite score of 7.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Rowlett, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Rowlett on MySchoolScout is Vernon Schrade Middle with a composite score of 5.2/10.

What is the best high school in Rowlett, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Rowlett on MySchoolScout is Rowlett H S with a composite score of 6.5/10.

How many school districts serve Rowlett, Texas?

Rowlett is served by 2 school districts: Garland ISD, Rockwall ISD.

What is the education level in Rowlett, Texas?

According to Census data, 38% of adults in Rowlett have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Rowlett, Texas?

The median household income in Rowlett is approximately $115,190 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Rowlett, Texas?

Yes, Rowlett has 2 private schools alongside 14 public schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Rowlett, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rowlett is 14.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rowlett, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.