- WHITE ROCK EL — Grades PK–5 · 868 students
- SKYVIEW EL — Grades PK–5 · 802 students
- LAKE HIGHLANDS EL — Grades PK–5 · 704 students
- WALLACE EL — Grades PK–5 · 654 students
- FOREST LANE ACADEMY — Grades PK–5 · 625 students
- STULTS ROAD EL — Grades PK–5 · 552 students
- MOSS HAVEN EL — Grades PK–5 · 467 students
- AIKIN EL — Grades PK–5 · 449 students
- MERRIMAN PARK EL — Grades PK–5 · 446 students
- NORTHLAKE EL — Grades PK–5 · 414 students
- DOBIE PRE-KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL — Grades PK–PK · 293 students
- FOREST MEADOW MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 1,211 students
- LAKE HIGHLANDS MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 1,114 students
- RICHARDSON WEST TECHNOLOGY AND ARTS MAGNET — Grades 7–8 · 771 students
- PARKHILL J H — Grades 7–8 · 650 students
- WESTWOOD MATH SCIENCE LEADERSHIP MAGNET — Grades 6–8 · 630 students
- APOLLO J H — Grades 7–8 · 586 students
- RICHARDSON NORTH J H — Grades 7–8 · 574 students
- LIBERTY J H — Grades 7–8 · 549 students
- LAKE HIGHLANDS H S — Grades 9–12 · 2,972 students
- RICHARDSON H S — Grades 9–12 · 2,669 students
- BERKNER H S — Grades 9–12 · 2,350 students
- PEARCE H S — Grades 9–12 · 2,317 students
- BRENTFIELD EL — Grades PK–6 · 815 students
- RISD ACAD — Grades PK–6 · 731 students
- AUDELIA CREEK EL — Grades PK–6 · 730 students
- DOVER EL — Grades PK–6 · 698 students
- CAROLYN G BUKHAIR EL — Grades PK–6 · 694 students
- MATH/SCIENCE/TECH MAGNET — Grades PK–6 · 667 students
- HAMILTON PARK PACESETTER MAGNET — Grades PK–6 · 659 students
- BOWIE EL — Grades PK–6 · 644 students
- RICHLAND EL — Grades PK–6 · 643 students
- ARAPAHO CLASSICAL MAGNET — Grades K–6 · 615 students
- NORTHWOOD HILLS EL — Grades K–6 · 563 students
- MARK TWAIN EL — Grades PK–6 · 531 students
- NORTHRICH EL — Grades PK–6 · 509 students
- RICHARDSON HEIGHTS EL — Grades PK–6 · 501 students
- FORESTRIDGE EL — Grades PK–6 · 497 students
- MOHAWK EL — Grades K–6 · 492 students
- RICHARDSON TERRACE EL — Grades PK–6 · 492 students
- PRESTONWOOD EL — Grades PK–6 · 474 students
- O HENRY EL — Grades PK–6 · 464 students
- YALE EL — Grades PK–6 · 429 students
- DARTMOUTH EL — Grades PK–6 · 425 students
- SPRING CREEK EL — Grades PK–6 · 422 students
- BIG SPRINGS EL — Grades PK–6 · 403 students
- JESS HARBEN EL — Grades PK–6 · 394 students
- CANYON CREEK EL — Grades PK–6 · 374 students
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| Metric | Richardson Independent School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 37,260 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 55 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,895/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
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Ranked against 1156 rated districts in TX → 67th percentile → 7/10.
Source: Texas Education Agency STAAR, grades 3–8 Reading & Math (Meets Grade Level), 2023. Full methodology →
About Richardson Independent School District
Families in zip code 75238 (Dallas, Texas) are assigned to Richardson Independent School District for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Richardson Independent School District 7 out of 10 — above average among Texas public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Texas’ STAAR grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2023 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Texas is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Richardson Independent School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Texas. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 75238
Children in zip code 75238 are assigned to Richardson Independent School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 75238, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Richardson Independent School District at (469)593-0000. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Texas districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Dallas
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Richardson Independent School District serves zip code 75238, homes in and around zip code 75238 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Texas, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Richardson Independent School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 75238.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Richardson Independent School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 75238 data.