Enrollment

Join the RISD Family!

Enrollment for students new to RISD for the 2027–2028 school year is NOW OPEN!

2027-2026 Enrollment for Families NEW to RISD Now Open - RISD is the ONE: Tailored Opportunities, Neighbohood Schools, Life Long Experiences

News & Updates

Campus Improvement Plans Posted for Public Review

Richardson ISD’s Campus, Target & Turnaround Improvement Plans are now posted on the district website for public review.

339 RISD Students Earn National Recognition Awards

These outstanding juniors and seniors have earned College Board National Recognition Awards for their exceptional academic achievement.

All Four Marching Bands Compete in Area Round

All four RISD marching bands qualified and competed in the 6A Area C UIL marching contest in Mesquite, held on Saturday, October 31.

Welcome to RISD: 2027–2028 Enrollment Now Open for New Students!

In Richardson ISD, we believe every child deserves a district of opportunities. Enrollment for students new to RISD for the 2027–2028 school year is NOW OPEN!

Magnet Schools - 2027-28 Magnet & Choice Applications Now Open with campus logos

Experience RISD’s Magnet Schools

Magnet and Choice Program Applications for 2027–2028 Are NOW OPEN! The deadline to apply is December 18, 2026.

Superintendent Branum with teacher and two students in the classroom

Keeping Tabs October Edition

Join us for a special message from Superintendent Tabitha Branum as she visits Brentfield Elementary

#RISDproud

Points of Pride

National Dell Scholars

97 Seniors named National Dell Scholars since 2009

99 %

Class of 2026

Earned A College, Career, And Military Readiness Indicator

113

TEA Academic Distinctions

34 RISD schools earned TEA Academic Distinctions

Consecutive Years

Named “Best Communities for Music Education” by NAMM

2487

Certifications

Students earned 2,487 industry certifications in 2025-26

#RISDBeTheOne

Every Child. Every Teacher. Every Leader. Every Day.

Our success is attributable to the leadership of our elected Board of Trustees, the thousands of professional educators who work diligently to give every child the best education possible, and the support of our parents and community who value and set high standards for the children in RISD.