District Overview
Headquartered at 700 N. Catherine Street in Terrell, Texas, Terrell Independent School District is an active, traditional public school system dedicated to serving the educational needs of the local community. Operating across nine individual campuses, the district provides a continuous academic pathway spanning from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. Geographically situated in a distant town setting within the broader Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metropolitan area, Terrell ISD educates a vibrant and diverse population of 5,283 students. The student body reflects a rich multicultural demographic, including strong Hispanic, Black, White, and multiracial student communities, making the district a welcoming educational hub for families throughout the region.

To effectively guide and nurture its student body, Terrell ISD is backed by a substantial human infrastructure consisting of more than 1,260 full-time equivalent staff members. Classroom instruction is led by an expansive team of roughly 616 dedicated teachers, supported directly by over 76 instructional aides who assist with targeted learning and student development. In addition, nearly 570 specialized support staff members ensure that administrative, operational, and student welfare services run smoothly across every campus. Through its robust workforce, broad grade coverage, and deep community roots, Terrell ISD offers a well-rounded and supportive environment designed to prepare every student for academic and personal achievement.
9
Total Schools
5,283
Total Students
616.2
Full-Time Teachers
8.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for TERRELL ISD
Demographic Student Count
White997
Hispanic3,008
Black1,003
Asian20
Two or More244
American Indian7
Pacific Islander4
  • Hispanic
    3,008 (56.9%)
  • Black
    1,003 (19.0%)
  • White
    997 (18.9%)
  • Two or More
    244 (4.6%)
  • Asian
    20 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    7 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in TERRELL ISD
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary4
Middle1
High3
Other1
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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:9
Students:5,283*
Teachers (FTE):616.2*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:8.6
Schools in TERRELL ISD
Found 9 Schools