By Drew Hall, Broker | Hall Real Estate | Sanger, Texas | 20+ Years Serving Denton, Cooke, Wise, Montague, Grayson, and Jack Counties
Quick answer: The best Denton County schools for 2026 include Argyle ISD, which earned an A with a score of 92. Sanger ISD earned another B. Denton ISD returned to a C, while Ponder and Valley View also earned B ratings. Because Hall Real Estate is based in Sanger, we know every district road by road.
The Texas Education Agency rated 1,202 districts and 9,105 campuses in August 2026. Argyle ISD led Denton County with an A and a score of 92. Every Argyle campus earned an A except the Sixth Grade Center, which earned a B.
Sanger ISD earned a B for the second straight year. Meanwhile, Denton ISD dropped four points to 76 and a C rating. Northwest ISD held a B with a score of 82.
Ratings are one measure. Therefore, we also weigh commute times, land availability, and campus size when helping families choose.
Sanger ISD serves about 2,667 students in northern Denton County. The district posts a 97.3 percent four-year graduation rate, well above the state average. Additionally, Superintendent Dr. Tommy Hunter noted Sanger High School is nearing an A rating.
Comparable nearby districts include Ponder (B), Valley View (B), Aubrey (C), Krum (C), and Pilot Point (C). Consequently, Sanger stands out among small northern districts. Our office sits at 1014 Pecan Street, just minutes from every Sanger campus.
Sanger offers small-town class sizes with quick access to Denton and I-35. Buyers find in-town residential homes and homes with acreage inside the district. As a result, families get room to grow without sacrificing schools.
Niche ranks Argyle ISD #1 in Denton County and #8 in Texas for 2026. The district maintained its A rating with a score of 92. Furthermore, Public School Review names Argyle 6th Grade Center the top-ranked campus in the county.
Argyle homes cost more than northern Denton County properties. However, the district's reputation supports resale. Therefore, buyers who prioritize rankings often start their search there.
| District | 2026 TEA Rating | Score | Students | Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argyle ISD | A | 92 | 5,671 | Niche #8 in Texas |
| Sanger ISD | B | See txschools.gov | 2,667 | 97.3% graduation rate |
| Ponder ISD | B | See txschools.gov | 1,719 | Ponder High School earned an A |
| Northwest ISD | B | 82 | 32,093 | Steele Early College HS earned an A |
| Denton ISD | C | 76 | 33,074 | Largest district in county seat |
| Aubrey ISD | C | See txschools.gov | 3,936 | Fast-growing east of Sanger |
| Krum ISD | C | See txschools.gov | 2,542 | 95.7% graduation rate |
| Pilot Point ISD | C | See txschools.gov | 1,619 | Rural, near Lake Ray Roberts |
Source: Texas Education Agency 2026 ratings and local reporting. Verify current data at txschools.gov.
Denton ISD serves more than 33,000 students and offers wide program choices. Guyer High School and Denton Classical Academy earn strong marks. Consequently, families wanting magnet-style options often look inside Denton city limits.
Northwest ISD covers fast-growing communities on the county's southwest side. James M. Steele Early College High School earned an A again. Therefore, buyers near Justin and Northlake gain early college pathways.
Valley View ISD in Cooke County earned a B, and its high school earned an A. Wise County's Alvord and Paradise ISDs also earned B ratings. Browse our Cooke County, Wise County, and Grayson County pages for more.
Argyle ISD earned an A with a score of 92, the highest in the county.
Yes. Sanger ISD earned a B rating and posts a 97.3 percent graduation rate.
Denton ISD received a C with a score of 76, down from a B in 2025.
They do. Acreage inside B or A districts typically draws more buyers and stronger offers.
Absolutely. We verify the school district and attendance zone on every listing.
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