For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 6,595 students in Rowlett, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Rowlett, TX are Keeley Elementary School, Herfurth Elementary School and Back Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rowlett, TX public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Rowlett have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Rowlett, TX (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Keeley Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8700 Liberty Grove Rd
Rowlett, TX 75089
(972) 412-2140
Rowlett, TX 75089
(972) 412-2140
Grades: PK-5
| 572 students
Rank: #22.
Herfurth Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7500 Miller Rd
Rowlett, TX 75088
(972) 475-7994
Rowlett, TX 75088
(972) 475-7994
Grades: PK-5
| 562 students
Rank: #33.
Back Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7300 Bluebonnet Dr
Rowlett, TX 75089
(972) 475-1884
Rowlett, TX 75089
(972) 475-1884
Grades: PK-5
| 428 students
Rank: #44.
Doris Cullins-lake Pointe Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5701 Scenic Dr
Rowlett, TX 75088
(972) 412-3070
Rowlett, TX 75088
(972) 412-3070
Grades: PK-6
| 534 students
Rank: #55.
Norma Dorsey Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6200 Dexham Rd
Rowlett, TX 75089
(972) 463-5595
Rowlett, TX 75089
(972) 463-5595
Grades: PK-5
| 573 students
Rank: #66.
Nita Pearson Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5201 Nita Pearson Dr
Rowlett, TX 75088
(972) 463-7568
Rowlett, TX 75088
(972) 463-7568
Grades: PK-5
| 545 students
Rank: #77.
Liberty Grove Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10201 Liberty Grove
Rowlett, TX 75089
(972) 487-4416
Rowlett, TX 75089
(972) 487-4416
Grades: PK-5
| 512 students
Rank: #88.
Rowlett Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3315 Carla Dr
Rowlett, TX 75088
(972) 475-3380
Rowlett, TX 75088
(972) 475-3380
Grades: PK-5
| 498 students
Rank: #99.
Vernon Schrade Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6201 Danridge Rd
Rowlett, TX 75089
(972) 463-8790
Rowlett, TX 75089
(972) 463-8790
Grades: 6-8
| 822 students
Rank: #1010.
Steadham Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6200 Danridge Rd
Rowlett, TX 75089
(972) 463-5887
Rowlett, TX 75089
(972) 463-5887
Grades: PK-5
| 448 students
Rank: #1111.
Katherine Stephens Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3700 Cheyenne Dr
Rowlett, TX 75088
(972) 463-5790
Rowlett, TX 75088
(972) 463-5790
Grades: PK-5
| 488 students
4500 Skyline Dr
Rowlett, TX 75088
(972) 475-3711
Rowlett, TX 75088
(972) 475-3711
Grades: 6-7
| 613 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Rowlett, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Rowlett, TX include Keeley Elementary School, Herfurth Elementary School and Back Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Rowlett?
12 public elementary schools are located in Rowlett.
What is the racial composition of students in Rowlett?
Rowlett public elementary schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Rowlett are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Rowlett include: Liberty Grove Elementary School vs. Keeley Elementary School, Steadham Elementary School vs. Keeley Elementary School, Keeley Elementary School vs. Liberty Grove Elementary School
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