For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,619 students in 75229, TX (there are 11 private schools, serving 4,459 private students). 51% of all K-12 students in 75229, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 75229, TX are Harry C Withers Elementary School, Everette Lee Degolyer Elementary School and John J Pershing Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75229 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75229, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75229, TX Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harry C Withers Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3959 Northaven Rd
Dallas, TX 75229
(972) 794-5000
Dallas, TX 75229
(972) 794-5000
Gr: PK-6 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Everette Lee Degolyer Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3453 Flair Dr
Dallas, TX 75229
(972) 794-2800
Dallas, TX 75229
(972) 794-2800
Gr: PK-6 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
John J Pershing Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5715 Meaders Ln
Dallas, TX 75229
(972) 794-8600
Dallas, TX 75229
(972) 794-8600
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
F P Caillet Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3033 Merrell Rd
Dallas, TX 75229
(972) 794-3200
Dallas, TX 75229
(972) 794-3200
Gr: PK-6 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy
(Math: 33% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3978 Killion Dr
Dallas, TX 75229
(972) 502-7800
Dallas, TX 75229
(972) 502-7800
Gr: PK-8 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
Marcus Leadership Academy
(Math: 31% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2911 Northaven Rd
Dallas, TX 75229
(972) 794-2900
Dallas, TX 75229
(972) 794-2900
Gr: PK-6 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Thomas Jefferson High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4001 Walnut Hill Ln
Dallas, TX 75229
(972) 502-7300
Dallas, TX 75229
(972) 502-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,516 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
75229, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2151 Royal Ln
Dallas, TX 75229
(972) 794-2700
Dallas, TX 75229
(972) 794-2700
Gr: PK-5 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 75229, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 75229, TX include Harry C Withers Elementary School, Everette Lee Degolyer Elementary School and John J Pershing Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 75229?
7 public schools are located in 75229.
What percentage of students in 75229 go to public school?
51% of all K-12 students in 75229 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 75229?
75229 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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