Stacy Willingham
For families moving to Denton, TX, school quality is often the single biggest factor in choosing a neighborhood. The good news: Denton is served by some of the strongest school districts in North Texas, with options ranging from top-rated public schools to acclaimed charter and private institutions.
This guide breaks down every school district serving Denton County — the ratings, the standout campuses, and which neighborhoods feed into which schools — so you can make a confident decision about where to plant roots.
Denton ISD is the primary district serving the city of Denton, educating over 30,000 students across 40+ campuses. The district consistently earns strong ratings and has been recognized for its academics, diverse student body, and robust extracurricular programs.
Several Denton ISD elementary schools earn top-tier ratings. Borman Elementary and Alexander Elementary are perennial favorites among families for their test scores, teacher retention, and parent engagement. Rivera Elementary, located near the University of North Texas campus, serves a wonderfully diverse community and has strong bilingual programs.
Crownover Middle School and Harpool Middle School are the district's top performers at the middle school level. Both offer advanced academic tracks, competitive athletics, and fine arts programs that feed into strong high school pathways.
Denton ISD operates several high schools including Denton High School, Ryan High School, Guyer High School, and Braswell High School. Ryan High School is particularly notable for its academic achievements and state championship athletics programs. Guyer High School offers an acclaimed visual and performing arts academy.
Portions of southern Denton County fall within Lewisville ISD, which serves over 50,000 students and is one of the largest districts in Texas. LISD consistently ranks among the top districts in the DFW metroplex.
Families in the Flower Mound, Highland Village, and southern Denton County areas benefit from LISD's excellent schools. The district is known for its technology integration, career and technical education pathways, and strong college readiness metrics.
Northwest ISD serves the rapidly growing communities west and northwest of Denton, including Trophy Club, Northlake, and Haslet. The district has earned top ratings from the Texas Education Agency and is one of the fastest-growing districts in the state.
Northwest ISD is known for its newer facilities, strong STEM programs, and high graduation rates.
Argyle ISD is a smaller, highly sought-after district serving the town of Argyle and surrounding areas south of Denton. It consistently ranks as one of the top school districts in Texas.
The district's small size allows for personalized attention, and Argyle High School boasts some of the highest SAT/ACT scores in the region. Families willing to pay a premium for home prices in the Argyle area often cite the schools as the primary draw.
Denton also offers several charter and private school alternatives. Selwyn School provides a Montessori-inspired education from preschool through eighth grade. Immaculate Conception Catholic School serves families seeking faith-based education. Charter options include campuses from A+ Academy and Harmony Science Academy.
School attendance zones directly impact home values in Denton. Neighborhoods near Borman Elementary and Crownover Middle School command premium prices. South Denton neighborhoods feeding into LISD schools also see strong demand. The Robson Ranch community, while in Denton ISD, is a 55+ active adult community with its own character.
Navigating school zones while house hunting requires local expertise. Attendance boundaries can be complex, and new developments sometimes change which schools serve which addresses. Working with a Denton-based real estate agent who understands these nuances saves families from costly surprises.
Ready to find a home in the right school district? Contact Stacy Willingham at The Alternative Agent to start your search with school zones as a priority.