For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 7,156 students in 75081, TX (there are 9 private schools, serving 1,633 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 75081, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 75081, TX are Math/science/tech Magnet, Dartmouth Elementary School and Jess Harben Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75081 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75081, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75081, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Math/science/tech Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
450 Abrams Rd
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-7300
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-7300
Gr: PK-6 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Dartmouth Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
417 Dartmouth Ln
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-8400
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-8400
Gr: PK-6 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Jess Harben Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 S Glenville Dr
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-8800
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-8800
Gr: PK-6 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Yale Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1900 E Collins Blvd
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-8300
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-8300
Gr: PK-6 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #55.
Richardson Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 N Dorothy Ave
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-8700
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-8700
Gr: PK-6 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Richland Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
550 Park Bend
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-4650
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-4650
Gr: PK-6 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #77.
Apollo J High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Apollo Rd
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-7900
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-7900
Gr: 7-8 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #88.
Mark Twain Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Larkspur Dr
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-4800
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-4800
Gr: PK-6 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #99.
Berkner High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1600 E Spring Vly Rd
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-7000
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,350 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1010.
Evolution Academy Beaumont
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3920 W Cardinal Dr
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 907-3755
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 907-3755
Gr: 9-12 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1111.
Evolution Academy Houston
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2414 Spring Cypress Rd
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 907-3755
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 907-3755
Gr: 9-12 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1212.
Evolution Academy Charter School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1101 S Sherman St
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 907-3755
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 907-3755
Gr: 9-12 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
P A S S Learning Center
Alternative School
1673 Terre Colony Court
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-5800
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-5800
Gr: 8-11 | 10 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 75081, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 75081, TX include Math/science/tech Magnet, Dartmouth Elementary School and Jess Harben Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 75081?
13 public schools are located in 75081.
What percentage of students in 75081 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 75081 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 75081?
75081 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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