Smith Intermediate

Smith Intermediate sits in Forney, a fast-growing suburb east of Dallas where new subdivisions keep popping up and families are drawn by the relative affordability compared to the metro core. The school serves a community that's still finding its footing academically, with math and science scores that have room to grow — something families moving to the area should factor into their expectations. Parents who are actively involved in their kids' learning and looking for a newer, developing community with a small-town feel close to Dallas may find Forney appealing, even as the schools continue to mature alongside the city itself.