When is the last day of school in DENTON ISD?

The last day of school in DENTON ISD is Thu, May 27, 2027, according to the district's published calendar.

How many schools are in DENTON ISD?

DENTON ISD includes 45 schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Where is DENTON ISD located?

The DENTON ISD district is headquartered in DENTON, TX. It serves Denton County County.

How many students are enrolled in DENTON ISD?

32,521 students attend schools in DENTON ISD.

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DENTON ISD — District Profile & Schools

DENTON, Texas · Denton County

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Key Dates — DENTON ISD School Calendar

The first day of school in DENTON ISD is Thu, Aug 13, 2026, and the last day of school is Thu, May 27, 2027, according to the district's published calendar. Scheduled breaks include Thanksgiving Break (Mon, Nov 23, 2026 to Fri, Nov 27, 2026), Winter Break (Mon, Dec 21, 2026 to Fri, Jan 1, 2027), Spring Break (Mon, Mar 8, 2027 to Fri, Mar 12, 2027).

First day of school: Thu, Aug 13, 2026
Last day of school: Thu, May 27, 2027
Thanksgiving Break: Mon, Nov 23, 2026 to Fri, Nov 27, 2026
Winter Break: Mon, Dec 21, 2026 to Fri, Jan 1, 2027
Spring Break: Mon, Mar 8, 2027 to Fri, Mar 12, 2027
Holiday: Mon, Sep 7, 2026
Student Holiday: Mon, Sep 21, 2026
Holiday: Mon, Oct 12, 2026
PLC Day, No School for Students: Tue, Oct 13, 2026
PLC Day, No School for Students: Mon, Jan 4, 2027
Holiday: Mon, Jan 18, 2027
Staff Exchange Day / Student Holiday: Fri, Feb 12, 2027
Holiday: Mon, Feb 15, 2027
PLC Day, No School for Students: Mon, Mar 15, 2027
Holiday: Mon, May 31, 2027

32,866

Students

#18 in TX

Schools

26 elem · 9 mid · 8 high

13.2:1

Student-Teacher

2,498 teachers

-1 - 12

Grades

Quick Facts

657

Avg. School Size

50.97%

Free/Reduced Lunch

4,578

Total Staff

DENTON ISD Calendar

78 events

Source

Aug 4 - 7

PD Day

Professional Development Day

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Aug 4 - 5

PD Day

Campus PD / Teacher Workday

Aug 6 - 7

PD Day

District PD

Review the district communication for professional development details and schedule.

Mon, Aug 10

PD Day

Professional Learning Community Day

Check the staff notice for learning community meeting details.

Mon, Aug 10

PD Day

Staff PLC

Tue, Aug 11

Event

Elementary Back to School Night

Back to School Night and Open House times vary by campus. Visit your student’s school website for specific schedule details.

Aug 11 - 12

PD Day

Professional Development Day

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Aug 11 - 12

PD Day

Campus PD / Teacher Workday

Tue, Aug 11

Event

School Board Meeting

The Denton ISD Board of Trustees will meet at 6 p.m. in the boardroom at the Dennis Stephens Central Services Building. For more information, please [/fs/pages/8576]visit the board meetings webpage.

Wed, Aug 12

Event

Freshman First Day

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Contact

Address: 1307 N LOCUST ST
DENTON, TX 76201
Phone: (940)369-0000

Staff & Students

Teachers (FTE): 2,498
Counselors: 83
Total Staff: 4,578

Compared to TX Average

Enrollment: +539%
Free/Reduced Lunch: 50.97%

Data Source

NCES Common Core of Data

School Year 2023-24

Schools in DENTON ISD (50)

Ray Braswell High School

AUBREY

High

2,758 studentsGrades 9 - 1215.4:1 ratio46.12% FRPL

Guyer High School

DENTON

High

2,570 studentsGrades 9 - 1214.9:1 ratio24.75% FRPL

Ryan High School

DENTON

High

2,156 studentsGrades 9 - 1213.4:1 ratio61.73% FRPL

Denton High School

DENTON

High

2,054 studentsGrades 9 - 1213.5:1 ratio55.01% FRPL

Strickland Middle

DENTON

Middle

962 studentsGrades 6 - 813.9:1 ratio68.71% FRPL

Bettye Myers Middle

SHADY SHORES

Middle

834 studentsGrades 6 - 812.6:1 ratio62.95% FRPL

Union Park Elementary School

AUBREY

DENTON ISD — District Profile & Schools

Key Dates — DENTON ISD School Calendar

Quick Facts

DENTON ISD Calendar

Contact

Staff & Students

Compared to TX Average

Schools in DENTON ISD (50)

Ray Braswell High School

Guyer High School

Ryan High School

Denton High School

Strickland Middle

Bettye Myers Middle

Union Park Elementary School

Crownover Middle

Sandbrock Ranch Elementary School

McMath Middle

Harpool Middle

Savannah Elementary School

Pat Hagan Cheek Middle

Calhoun Middle

Navo Middle

Nette Shultz

Providence Elementary School

Evers Park Elementary School

Paloma Creek Elementary School

Ryan Elementary School

Hawk Elementary School

Rivera Elementary School

Pecan Creek Elementary School

Hodge Elementary School

Cross Oaks Elementary School

Rodriguez Middle

Ginnings Elementary School

Catherine Bell Elementary School

Newton Rayzor Elementary School

Alice Moore Alexander

McNair Elementary School

Houston Elementary School

Nelson Elementary School

Blanton Elementary School

Borman Elementary School

Stephens Elementary School

Dorothy P Adkins Elementary School

Ep Rayzor Elementary School

The Ann Windle School for Young Children

Emilio & Guadalupe Gonzalez Pre-K Center

The Lagrone Academy

Lester Davis

Joe Dale Sparks Campus

Fred Moore High School

Denton Co J J A E P

Fred Hill Elementary School

Regional Day School Deaf

Dorothy Martinez Elementary School

Denton K-8 Virtual Academy

Community Ed

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