For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,123 students in 76201, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 18 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 76201, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 76201, TX are Newton Rayzor Elementary School, Calhoun Middle School and Alice Moore Alexander. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76201 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76201, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76201, TX Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newton Rayzor Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Malone
Denton, TX 76201
(940) 369-3700
Denton, TX 76201
(940) 369-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Calhoun Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1225 Crescent St
Denton, TX 76201
(940) 369-2400
Denton, TX 76201
(940) 369-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 852 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Alice Moore Alexander
(Math: 28% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
800 Mack Pl
Denton, TX 76201
(940) 369-3500
Denton, TX 76201
(940) 369-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
Ki Charter - Denton
Charter School
2026 W University Dr
Denton, TX 76201
(210) 376-7929
Denton, TX 76201
(210) 376-7929
Gr: 2-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
76201, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Legends Academy (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
2012 West University Dr
Denton, TX 76201
(940) 387-6021
Denton, TX 76201
(940) 387-6021
Gr: K-12 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Nelson Center (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
1205 W University Dr
Denton, TX 76201
(940) 369-4078
Denton, TX 76201
(940) 369-4078
Gr: K-12 | 59 students Minority enrollment: 59%
Regional Day School Deaf (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1205 W University
Denton, TX 76201
(940) 369-4075
Denton, TX 76201
(940) 369-4075
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 76201, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 76201, TX include Newton Rayzor Elementary School, Calhoun Middle School and Alice Moore Alexander.
How many public schools are located in 76201?
6 public schools are located in 76201.
What percentage of students in 76201 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 76201 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 76201?
76201 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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