- DE LEON EL — Grades PK–5 · 339 students
- PERKINS MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 133 students
- DE LEON H S — Grades 9–12 · 182 students
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| Metric | De Leon Independent School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 720 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 3 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,900/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| De Leon Independent School District (this district) | 10/10 | 94th | 720 |
| Cross Plains Independent School District | 8/10 | 79th | 377 |
| Comanche Independent School District | 6/10 | 59th | 1,339 |
| Dublin Independent School District | 9/10 | 82nd | 1,146 |
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Ranked against 1156 rated districts in TX → 94th percentile → 10/10.
Source: Texas Education Agency STAAR, grades 3–8 Reading & Math (Meets Grade Level), 2023. Full methodology →
About De Leon Independent School District
De Leon Independent School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 76444 in De Leon, Texas. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 76444. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates De Leon Independent School District 10 out of 10 — top-tier 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.
De Leon Independent School District ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Texas on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 76444 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 76444
Children in zip code 76444 are assigned to De Leon 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 76444, 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 De Leon Independent School District at (254)893-8210. 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 De Leon
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because De Leon Independent School District serves zip code 76444, homes in and around zip code 76444 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 De Leon 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 76444.
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 De Leon Independent School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 76444 data.