For the 2025-26 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 8,291 students in 75116, TX (there are , serving 116 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 75116, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 75116, TX are Ume Preparatory Academy - Duncanville, Central Elementary School and Glenn C Hardin Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75116 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75116, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75116, TX 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ume Preparatory Academy - Duncanville
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
415 N Cedar Ridge Dr
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 296-0084
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 296-0084
Gr: K-6 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
302 E Freeman St
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 708-2600
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 708-2600
Gr: PK-4 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Glenn C Hardin Intermediate School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
426 E Freeman St
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 708-3300
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 708-3300
Gr: 5-6 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
J Herman Reed Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
530 E Freeman St
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 708-3500
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 708-3500
Gr: 7-8 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Fairmeadows Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
101 E Fairmeadows Dr
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 708-2700
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 708-2700
Gr: PK-4 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
William Lee Hastings Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
602 W Center St
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 708-2800
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 708-2800
Gr: PK-4 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Duncanville High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 W Camp Wisdom
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 708-3700
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 708-3700
Gr: 9-12 | 4,607 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Advantage Academy
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
955 Freetown Rd
Duncanville, TX 75116
(214) 276-5800
Duncanville, TX 75116
(214) 276-5800
Gr: PK-12 | 971 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #99.
Mary E Smithey Pace High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
502 E Freeman St
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 708-2470
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 708-2470
Gr: 9-12 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 75116, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 75116, TX include Ume Preparatory Academy - Duncanville, Central Elementary School and Glenn C Hardin Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 75116?
9 public schools are located in 75116.
What percentage of students in 75116 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 75116 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 75116?
75116 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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