Tyler ISD

About Tyler Independent School District As the largest school district in Northeast Texas, Tyler ISD encompasses 193 square miles serving 18,330 students in 17 elementary school, six middle schools, two high schools, two alternative schools, and one special education campus. The District’s campus improvement plans enable administrators and teachers at each campus to implement programs responsive to the particular needs of its individual student body. The mission of Tyler ISD, a diverse community of learners, is to empower and inspire independent thinkers through innovative learning opportunities, in partnership with our community, to positively impact the world. About Tyler Texas The largest community in east Texas with approximately 100,000 residents, Tyler offers cultural diversity, quality education and health care, easy access to large metropolitan areas, and abundant recreational opportunities. Tyler, known as the “The Rose Capital of America,” is a community offering all the conveniences of a big city area but with a more relaxed lifestyle. An array of opportunities expand beyond Tyler ISD in this culture-rich community. Located midway between Dallas and Shreveport, Louisiana, Tyler is a garden city known for its scenic beauty. Community assets such as the Caldwell Zoo, The East Texas Symphony Orchestra, The Tyler Museum of Art, and the Hudnall Planetarium afford opportunities for field trips that expand learning beyond the normal classroom experience. In addition, Tyler ISD offers access to nationally recognized higher education programs through partnerships with the University of Texas at Tyler and Tyler Junior College.