For the 2026 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 5,280 students in 75020, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 56 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 75020, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 75020, TX are Hyde Park Elementary School, Terrell Elementary School and Lamar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75020 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75020, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75020, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hyde Park Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1701 Hyde Park
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7350
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7350
Gr: PK-4 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Terrell Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
230 W Martin Luther King St
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7550
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7550
Gr: PK-4 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Lamar Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1000 S Fifth Ave
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7400
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7400
Gr: PK-4 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Mayes Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 Jennie Ln
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7500
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7500
Gr: PK-4 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #5 - 75. - 7.
Jefferson Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
81 Vandenburg
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 891-6680
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 891-6680
Gr: 10-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #5 - 75. - 7.
Pathways High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
318 W Morgan St
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7150
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7150
Gr: 9-12 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #5 - 75. - 7.
Tri Co Juvenile Detent
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9501 Dyess
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 786-6326
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 786-6326
Gr: 7-11 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #88.
Denison High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4200 N State Hwy 91
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7125
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7125
Gr: 9-12 | 1,320 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #99.
Houston Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1100 W Morgan St
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7300
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7300
Gr: PK-4 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #1010.
B Mcdaniel Intermediate School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 Lillis Ln
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7200
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7200
Gr: 5-6 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #1111.
Henry Scott Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1901 S Mirick Ave
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7180
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7180
Gr: 7-8 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #1212.
Cooke/fannin/grayson Co Juvenile Post Ajud Fac
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
86 Dyess
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 786-6326
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 786-6326
Gr: 6-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
Department Of Juvenile Services
Alternative School
10000 Grayson Dr
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 786-6326
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 786-6326
Rank: n/an/a
Grayson County Jjaep
Alternative School
10000 N Grayson
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 891-6400
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 891-6400
Gr: 7-9 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
Grayson County Jjaep - Denison
Alternative School
1201 S Rusk Ave
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7000
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7000
Gr: 10 | 1 student
Rank: n/an/a
Grayson County Juvenile Justice Aep
Alternative School
10000 Grayson Dr
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 771-0083
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 771-0083
Rank: n/an/a
81 Vandenberg Dr
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 891-6400
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 891-6400
Gr: PK | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
75020, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cooke, Fannin & Grayson County Juv (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
86 Dyess
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 786-6326
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 786-6326
Gr: 4-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
811 W Florence St
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7250
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7250
Gr: 1-5 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Grayson County J J A E P (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1201 South Park Ave
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7000
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7000
1000 North Layne Dr
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7450
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7450
Gr: K-5 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
81 Vandenberg Dr
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 786-9452
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 786-9452
Gr: PK-4 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 75020, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 75020, TX include Hyde Park Elementary School, Terrell Elementary School and Lamar Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 75020?
17 public schools are located in 75020.
What percentage of students in 75020 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 75020 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 75020?
75020 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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