The Red Oak Independent School District was founded in 1912. Currently, Red Oak ISD proudly serves about 6,500 students in grades Pre-Kindergarten to 12 across seven campuses. Red Oak ISD is preparing for growth and is committed to continuing with the family atmosphere that makes us the right choice for many families. Red Oak High School (5A) is touted for the diverse opportunities that are offered to each student in both academics and extracurricular.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Red Oak ISD is a highly acclaimed district currently ranked top 3% in the nation and a top for teachers in Ellis County by Niche.com. At the state accountability level for 2021-2022, we received a B rating (84) with 10 distinctions. We are highly ranked for diversity and safety, we offer excellent academic and extracurricular programs toward our mission of Realizing Our Individual Students’ Dreams (ROISD). In 2019 and 2021, we were named a State Semi-Finalist District in the HEB Excellence in Education Awards.

We are a small, suburban district covering 42 square miles just 20 miles south of Dallas, in north Ellis County. We serve approximately 6,500 students from Red Oak, Glenn Heights, Ovilla, Pecan Hill, and Oak Leaf with seven campuses and over 900 employees. View the Red Oak District Map or Attendance Zones. 

All Red Oak ISD students and staff strive to uphold the 4 Talons of the Hawk – Academic Readiness, GRIT, Character, and Service. We strive to develop young men and women who are productive and compassionate members of the community.

Vision Statement

Our Vision in Red Oak ISD is to Realize Our Individual Students’ Dreams (ROISD)

Mission Statement

Our Mission is to incorporate and instill the 4 Talons of the Hawk for each and every one of our students.

Those 4 Talons are:

Exhibits Academic Readiness

• 1% better every day 
• Love & Accountability 

Seeks Opportunities and Challenges of Learning

• GRIT- Growth, Resilience, Integrity, Tenacity 

Demonstrates Fair, Respectful & Well Rounded Characteristics

• REACH- Respect, Encourage, Appreciate, Communicate, Honor 

Leaves a Legacy through Service

• We before Me 

Schools

• Donald T. Shields Elementary (PreK-5th)
• Eastridge Elementary (PreK-5th)
• H.A. Wooden Elementary (PreK-5th)
• Red Oak Elementary (PreK-5th)
• Russell P. Schupmann Elementary (PreK-5th)
• Red Oak Middle School (6-8th)
• Red Oak High School, 5A (9-12th) 

M&O/I&S Tax Rates for 2024-2025

The 2024 Red Oak ISD M&O tax rate is $0.7552 and the I&S tax rate is $0.3481 for a total tax rate of $1.1033 per $100 of certified property value.