Barton Elementary

Barton Elementary sits in Irving's older west side, a working-class corner of Dallas County where families tend to put down roots and stay. Academic scores here run below state averages across the board, so families prioritizing test performance may want to explore other options in Irving ISD — but for those looking for a neighborhood school with a tight-knit community feel in an affordable, unpretentious part of the Metroplex, it's worth a closer look. Irving itself offers easy highway access, proximity to DFW Airport, and a genuinely diverse community that reflects the broader cultural mix of the mid-Cities area.