Apply for the Jan Burleson Scholarship Located in one of the fastest growing areas of Dallas County, Garland ISD extends from the Dallas city limits, northeast to the county line and serves the communities of Garland , Rowlett , and Sachse . Currently, Garland ISD is the second largest public school district in Dallas County, the fourth largest school district in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, and the fourteenth largest district in the state of Texas. Another high school, three elementary schools, and additions to six existing middle schools are planned within the next four years.
All schools are air-conditioned and feature security systems to discourage vandalism and theft.
In addition to the school facilities, the district has ten administrative facilities, one planetarium , and two football stadiums. Led by a seven member Board of Trustees, the district is one with a proven track record. The community and staff work as a team to build a strong system. While fiscally conservative, administrators are constantly looking for innovative ways to prepare our students for the 21st century. Support from GISD patrons has always been strong.