District Overview
Located at 2770 FM 163 in Cleveland, Texas, Tarkington Independent School District is an active, traditional public school district dedicated to serving local families across four operational campuses. Categorized as a distant rural district situated within the broader Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands metropolitan area, Tarkington ISD offers a seamless, continuous educational pathway from early childhood through high school graduation, fully supporting grades Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. As a non-charter, regular public school system, the district provides a close-knit community setting where students can build strong academic foundations while benefiting from the resources of a growing regional area.

During the 2024–2025 school year, Tarkington ISD serves an enrollment of 1,907 students, reflecting a well-balanced student body supported by a strong staff-to-student presence. To foster an engaging and effective learning environment, the district maintains a dedicated workforce of over 520 full-time equivalent staff members. This team includes approximately 247 classroom teachers, 36 instructional aides, and more than 240 specialized support personnel, ensuring students receive comprehensive instruction, tailored classroom assistance, and strong operational backing. For families, educators, and researchers looking to explore local educational opportunities, further details regarding programs and school initiatives are available on the district's official website at www.tarkingtonisd.net.
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Total Schools
1,907
Total Students
247.0
Full-Time Teachers
7.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for TARKINGTON ISD
Demographic Student Count
White1,417
Hispanic406
Black13
Asian2
Two or More59
American Indian5
Pacific Islander5
  • White
    1,417 (74.3%)
  • Hispanic
    406 (21.3%)
  • Two or More
    59 (3.1%)
  • Black
    13 (0.7%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (0.3%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in TARKINGTON ISD
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary2
Middle1
High1
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:4
Students:1,907*
Teachers (FTE):247.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.7
Schools in TARKINGTON ISD
Found 4 Schools