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Parker County Schools & Education

School Score

53/100

Percentile-style score

Score Band

Midrange Signal

Graduation Rate

94.6%

National avg 87.5%

Education Statistics

Graduation Rate

94.6%

National avg 87.5%

State avg 91.6%

Per-Pupil Spending

$6,342

National avg $13,239

State avg $7,498

School Score

53/100

Percentile-style score

State avg 56/100

State Score Position

#152

of 253 counties by score

Education Data Brief: Parker County

Measured School Summary

Parker County performs at an average level with a school score of 53/100 and a solid graduation rate of 94.6%.

Funding Context

At $6,342 per pupil, Parker County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.

Neighbor Context

Its school score is 5% below the Texas average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 3.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 15% lower than the state norm.

School Data Brief

How to read Parker County before comparing districts

County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.

Local context that changes the interpretation

44 public schools and 9 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.

Overall screen

53/100

Mixed county signal. Ranks #152 of 253 Texas counties with school score data.

Completion

94.6%

3.0 pts above the state average

Funding context

$6,342

$1,156 below the state average

School coverage

44

9 districts represented in the county school list.

Start with measured county context

This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.

Check the local school mix

Parker County has 44 public schools across 9 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.

Verify local rules

Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.

Parent decision brief

What Parker County school data means before you move

County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.

Mixed school landscape

Parker County has enough school-level records to compare the local mix, but no single county metric should be treated as the answer. Use district shape, grade span, and data coverage together.

State position

#152

of 253 Texas counties with school score data. The county score is 3 points below the state average.

Data confidence

Usable

3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.

K-12 continuity check

These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.

WEATHERFORD ISD

Elementary to high school visible

8,255 students

Elementary 7Middle 2High 1Other 0

10 listed schools in this county slice.

ALEDO ISD

Elementary to high school visible

7,857 students

Elementary 6Middle 2High 1Other 2

11 listed schools in this county slice.

SPRINGTOWN ISD

Elementary to high school visible

4,120 students

Elementary 3Middle 2High 1Other 0

6 listed schools in this county slice.

BROCK ISD

Elementary to high school visible

2,085 students

Elementary 2Middle 1High 1Other 0

4 listed schools in this county slice.

District reality check

ALEDO ISD is the largest listed district slice, with 11 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.

What the data cannot tell you

NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.

Questions to ask before choosing an address

Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Parker County?

Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Parker County district systems?

What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?

Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?

Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?

Education Overview

About Schools in Parker County, Texas

This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.

Expanding Schools in Parker County

Parker County manages an extensive network of 44 public schools serving 27,414 students across nine districts. The county is particularly strong in early education, with 23 elementary schools supporting a growing population.

Exceptional Graduation and High Standards

The county boasts a 94.6% graduation rate, which is significantly higher than both the state and national averages. Despite spending a modest $6,342 per student, local schools maintain high performance and community trust.

Weatherford and Aledo Lead the Growth

Weatherford ISD and Aledo ISD are the primary districts, serving 8,255 and 7,857 students respectively. The county remains largely committed to traditional public education, with only one charter school currently in operation.

Rural Locales and Large Campuses

While 28 schools are situated in rural locales, the average enrollment is a significant 623 students per school. Weatherford High School is the county's largest campus, serving 2,525 students in a bustling high school environment.

School Overview

Total Schools

44

in Parker County

Reported Enrollment

27,414

44 schools reporting

School Districts

9

districts

Charter Schools

1

2% of total

School Level Breakdown

Elementary23
Middle10
High8
Other3

9 School Districts in Parker County

WEATHERFORD ISD

Guide
10 schools
8,255 students
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ALEDO ISD

Guide
11 schools
7,857 students
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SPRINGTOWN ISD

Guide
6 schools
4,120 students
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BROCK ISD

4 schools
2,085 students

PEASTER ISD

3 schools
1,750 students

MILLSAP ISD

3 schools
1,099 students

POOLVILLE ISD

3 schools
722 students

GARNER ISD

1 school
323 students

CROSSTIMBERS ACADEMY

1 school
151 students

44 Public Schools in Parker County

Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 5 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.

NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data

Level

Showing 20 of 44 matching schools

WEATHERFORD H S

WEATHERFORD ISD

WEATHERFORD, 76086 / Rural: Fringe

Profile9–12High2,525 students

ALEDO H S

ALEDO ISD

ALEDO, 76008 / Rural: Fringe

Profile9–12High1,622 students

SPRINGTOWN H S

SPRINGTOWN ISD

SPRINGTOWN, 76082 / Town: Fringe

Profile9–12High1,182 students

HALL MIDDLE

WEATHERFORD ISD

WEATHERFORD, 76086 / Town: Fringe

Profile6–8Middle973 students

ALEDO MIDDLE

ALEDO ISD

ALEDO, 76008 / Town: Fringe

Profile6–8Middle944 students

TISON MIDDLE

WEATHERFORD ISD

WEATHERFORD, 76087 / Town: Fringe

Record6–8Middle879 students

MCANALLY MIDDLE

ALEDO ISD

FORT WORTH, 76008 / Rural: Fringe

Record6–8Middle868 students

PEASTER EL

PEASTER ISD

PEASTER, 76485 / Rural: Distant

RecordPK–5Primary862 students

ANNETTA EL

ALEDO ISD

ALEDO, 76008 / Rural: Fringe

RecordKG–5Primary784 students

SPRINGTOWN EL

SPRINGTOWN ISD

SPRINGTOWN, 76082 / Town: Fringe

RecordPK–4Primary674 students

VANDAGRIFF EL

ALEDO ISD

ALEDO, 76008 / Town: Fringe

RecordKG–5Primary664 students

GOSHEN CREEK EL

SPRINGTOWN ISD

SPRINGTOWN, 76082 / Rural: Fringe

RecordKG–4Primary645 students

CURTIS EL

WEATHERFORD ISD

WEATHERFORD, 76086 / Town: Fringe

RecordPK–5Primary644 students

SPRINGTOWN MIDDLE

SPRINGTOWN ISD

SPRINGTOWN, 76082 / Town: Fringe

Record7–8Middle628 students

IKARD EL

WEATHERFORD ISD

WEATHERFORD, 76086 / Town: Fringe

RecordPK–5Primary620 students

SPRINGTOWN INT

SPRINGTOWN ISD

SPRINGTOWN, 76082 / Town: Fringe

Record5–6Middle619 students

DON R DANIEL NINTH GRADE CAMPUS

ALEDO ISD

ALEDO, 76008 / Rural: Fringe

Record8–9Other605 students

SEGUIN EL

WEATHERFORD ISD

WEATHERFORD, 76086 / Town: Fringe

RecordPK–5Primary599 students

BROCK H S

BROCK ISD

BROCK, 76087 / Rural: Distant

Record9–12High594 students

WRIGHT EL

WEATHERFORD ISD

WEATHERFORD, 76086 / Town: Fringe

RecordPK–5Primary575 students

Education Funding Detail

Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure

$6,342

State avg $7,498

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Texas counties have the highest graduation rates?
Moore County (98.5%), Rockwall County (98.5%), and Titus County (97.8%) currently lead Texas among counties with available NCES four-year adjusted cohort graduation-rate data. This answer is generated from the same dataset used in the county table and can change when federal data refreshes.
What is per-pupil spending like in Texas?
Across Texas counties with available NCES district-finance data, average per-pupil spending is $7,498. The highest current county values are Glasscock County ($12,819), Borden County ($12,654), and King County ($12,630). Compare counties in the table before treating the statewide average as representative of a local district.
How should I read the school score in Parker County?
Parker County has a school score of 53/100, which is a midrange measured signal in this county-level index. This score is calculated from available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance data, with school-level records shown separately below.
What is the graduation rate in Parker County?
The high school graduation rate in Parker County is 94.6%, which is above the national average of 87.5%. This figure is based on NCES district-level data for public high schools in the county.
How much does Parker County spend per student?
Parker County spends $6,342 per pupil annually on public education, based on NCES district finance data. Current operating spending per fall enrollment, including instruction, support services, administration, transportation, and operations. It excludes capital outlays and debt service in the SchoolsByCounty methodology.

Frequently Asked Questions

Schools in Parker County, Texas — FAQ

What does the school system look like in Parker County, Texas?

Parker County manages an extensive network of 44 public schools serving 27,414 students across nine districts. The county is particularly strong in early education, with 23 elementary schools supporting a growing population.

How do schools in Parker County perform academically?

The county boasts a 94.6% graduation rate, which is significantly higher than both the state and national averages. Despite spending a modest $6,342 per student, local schools maintain high performance and community trust.

What are the major school districts in Parker County, Texas?

Weatherford ISD and Aledo ISD are the primary districts, serving 8,255 and 7,857 students respectively. The county remains largely committed to traditional public education, with only one charter school currently in operation.

What is the school experience like in Parker County?

While 28 schools are situated in rural locales, the average enrollment is a significant 623 students per school. Weatherford High School is the county's largest campus, serving 2,525 students in a bustling high school environment.

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By Evan Brooks, Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor

Data Sources

Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.

Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.