Living in Southlake, Frisco, and Highland Park: Public School Rankings Compared

Summary: Southlake, Frisco, and Highland Park are among DFW’s most prestigious suburbs—but their public schools differ in structure, rankings, and academic style. This blog compares their districts to help luxury buyers make informed decisions.

All three suburbs offer high-end homes, gated neighborhoods, and strong resale value. But for families moving to North Texas, school performance and philosophy play a key role in deciding where to live.

1. Highland Park ISD (Highland Park / University Park)

• One of the top public school districts in Texas, if not the nation

• Known for exceptional AP programs, teacher quality, and alumni outcomes

• High academic pressure, elite extracurriculars, and deep community involvement

• Single-district model with small geographic footprint

2. Carroll ISD (Southlake)

• Nationally ranked with a unified K–12 model

• All students attend the same high school, promoting school pride and consistent curriculum

• Carroll High and Senior High boast strong athletics, AP test scores, and graduation rates

• High parent engagement and traditional academic values

3. Frisco ISD (Frisco)

• One of the fastest-growing districts in the U.S.

• Employs a small-school model: many high schools, each with ~2,000 students

• Offers a wide range of specialized academies and programs

• Appeals to families seeking diversity, innovation, and less academic pressure than HPISD

Public School Rankings & Performance Snapshot

District	Avg. SAT Score	AP Participation Rate	School Model	Key Strengths
Highland Park ISD	1340	84%	Single District	Academic rigor, elite outcomes
Carroll ISD	1320	79%	Single High School	Unified community, top athletics
Frisco ISD	1255	72%	Multiple Campuses	Choice, balance, modern facilities

Who Each District Appeals To:

• Highland Park ISD: Families who prioritize elite academic outcomes, tight-knit schools, and prestige

• Carroll ISD: Families who want top-tier education with strong school spirit and structure

• Frisco ISD: Families looking for flexibility, new schools, and more accessible luxury pricing

Luxury Home Price Comparison in These Districts

District	Avg. Home Price in Top Zones
Highland Park ISD	$3.2M+
Carroll ISD	$1.6M+
Frisco ISD	$1.2M+

Why Choose Nitin Gupta for School-Based Real Estate Moves Nitin Gupta, CRS, GRI, REALTOR®, not only understands the academic rankings and district boundaries, but how they affect your investment, lifestyle, and resale potential.

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