For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,941 students in Hurst, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 216 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Hurst, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in Hurst, TX are Grapevine-colleyville Collegiate Academy At Tcc Ne, W A Porter Elementary School and Hurst Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hurst, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Hurst have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hurst, TX (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Grapevine-colleyville Collegiate Academy At Tcc Ne
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
828 W Harwood Bldg Nmpc
Hurst, TX 76054
(817) 515-6775
Hurst, TX 76054
(817) 515-6775
Grades: 9-12
| 360 students
Rank: #22.
W A Porter Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2750 Prestondale Dr
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 547-2900
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 547-2900
Grades: PK-5
| 550 students
Rank: #33.
Hurst Hills Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
525 Billie Ruth Ln
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 285-3295
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 285-3295
Grades: PK-6
| 508 students
Rank: #44.
Hurst J High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 Harmon Rd
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 285-3220
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 285-3220
Grades: 7-9
| 927 students
Rank: #55.
Shady Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1400 Cavender Dr
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 285-3240
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 285-3240
Grades: PK-6
| 575 students
Rank: #66.
Donna Park
(Math: 49% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1125 Scott Dr
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 285-3285
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 285-3285
Grades: PK-6
| 464 students
Rank: #77.
Harrison Lane Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1000 Harrison Ln
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 285-3270
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 285-3270
Grades: PK-6
| 543 students
Rank: #88.
Bellaire Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 Bellaire Dr
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 285-3230
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 285-3230
Grades: PK-6
| 644 students
Rank: #99.
Bell High School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1601 Brown Trl
Hurst, TX 76054
(817) 282-2551
Hurst, TX 76054
(817) 282-2551
Grades: 10-12
| 2,370 students
Hurst, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
New Quest Academy (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
824 W Pipeline Rd
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 849-8800
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 849-8800
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hurst, TX?
The top ranked public schools in Hurst, TX include Grapevine-colleyville Collegiate Academy At Tcc Ne, W A Porter Elementary School and Hurst Hills Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hurst?
9 public schools are located in Hurst.
What percentage of students in Hurst go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Hurst are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hurst?
Hurst public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Hurst are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hurst include: Donna Park vs. Bellaire Elementary School, Bellaire Elementary School vs. Donna Park, Donna Park vs. Harrison Lane Elementary School
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