CARTHAGE ISD

Located at 1600 W. Panola in Carthage, Texas, Carthage Independent School District operates as an active, traditional public school system serving a vibrant distant town community. Overseeing five operational campuses, the district delivers a comprehensive educational continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Carthage ISD currently educates a diverse student body of 2,637 pupils—including 1,389 male and 1,248 female learners—offering balanced academic and extracurricular programming designed to guide students seamlessly from early childhood through high school graduation. Community members, prospective families, and educational researchers can learn more by visiting the district’s website at carthageisd.org or contacting the administration office at (903) 693-3806.

To support its student population, Carthage ISD maintains a robust workforce of roughly 740 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated team includes nearly 364 classroom teachers, 38 instructional aides, and approximately 338 specialized support personnel, fostering a highly favorable learning environment with individualized instruction across all grade levels. The district's student demographic composition reflects the broader region, encompassing 1,478 White, 551 Hispanic, 493 Black, and 99 multiracial students, alongside Asian, Pacific Islander, and American Indian representation. Driven by a strong staffing foundation and a clear commitment to academic achievement, Carthage ISD serves as a vital educational hub for East Texas families.