At Horizon Lakes, many families choose the community because it will combine luxury amenities with access to strong public schools. Horizon Lakes is located in McLendon Chisholm within Rockwall Independent School District, a highly rated district serving more than 18,000 students across Rockwall County and the surrounding area. Rockwall ISD continues to earn strong marks for student achievement and financial stewardship, and the school district itself has earned a B overall rating from the Texas Education Agency.

Families at Horizon Lakes are currently zoned to three Rockwall ISD campuses for elementary, middle, and high school:

All zoning information in this guide is based on Rockwall ISD attendance zone resources and the Horizon Lakes community website as of the 2025 to 2026 school year. Attendance zones can change over time, so families should always verify final school assignments directly with Rockwall ISD before enrolling.

Rockwall ISD Overview

Rockwall ISD is a PreK through 12th-grade public school system serving most of Rockwall County. The district operates more than 20 campuses and has earned strong scores in student achievement and closing achievement gaps from the Texas Education Agency. Independent ratings sites and education publications regularly highlight Rockwall ISD schools for high academic performance, extracurricular opportunities, and college readiness.

For Horizon Lakes families, this means students benefit from a consistent Rockwall ISD experience from elementary through high school, including access to advanced academics, fine arts, athletics, and career and technical education programs.

Elementary School: Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary (PK – 6th)

Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary is a well-established Rockwall ISD campus that consistently performs above state and district averages in core subjects. The school serves students from early childhood through sixth grade, which gives Horizon Lakes families the convenience of keeping siblings together on a single campus for many years. The campus sits along FM 3097, just a 9-minute drive from Horizon Lakes, creating a straightforward morning and afternoon drive for parents.

Academically, Pullen stands out across multiple rating systems. Under the Texas Education Agency accountability system, the campus has earned an A rating in recent years with a scaled score in the low nineties. GreatSchools currently rates the school 9 out of 10, and Niche gives it an A overall grade based on academics, teachers, and student outcomes.

These ratings reflect strong math and reading proficiency, experienced teachers, an engaged parent community, and whole-child programs including fine arts, leadership opportunities, and enrichment for advanced learners. Horizon Lakes families benefit from direct access to this consistently high-performing Rockwall ISD elementary campus.

Middle School: Maurine Cain Middle School (7th – 8th)

Maurine Cain Middle School is located directly next door to Pullen Elementary along FM 3097. This side-by-side location makes pick up, drop off, and transitions between elementary and middle school easier for Horizon Lakes families who have children at both campuses. Cain serves seventh and eighth-grade students and focuses on preparing them for the academic and social transition into high school.

Maurine Cain Middle School has earned an A rating under the Texas Education Agency accountability system in recent cycles, with a scaled score around 90 based on student achievement, school progress, and closing performance gaps. At the same time, Rockwall ISD bond programs are funding significant additions and renovations at the campus, including expanded classroom space and updated common areas, which are designed to support modern instruction, collaborative learning, and a growing student population in this part of the district.

Independent ratings reflect that strength in the classroom and beyond. Niche gives the campus an overall A grade, based on measures such as academics, teachers, and student outcomes, and ranks among the better public middle schools in Rockwall County and the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Students can choose from a wide range of electives and participate in band, choir, theater, and competitive athletics while building the study habits and leadership skills they will carry into Rockwall Heath High School.

High School: Rockwall-Heath High School (9th – 12th)

Rockwall-Heath High School is one of two comprehensive high schools in Rockwall ISD and serves the southern portion of the district, including Horizon Lakes. The campus is located at 801 Laurence Drive in Heath, just a 5 min drive south of Rockwall, and offers Advanced Placement courses, dual credit options, and career and technical education pathways in partnership with the Dr. Gene Burton College and Career Academy.

The school has an A rating in the most recent Texas Education Agency accountability release for 6A high schools, with an overall scaled score in the low nineties. Niche gives it an A minus overall with particularly strong marks for academics, college preparation, and student activities. Students benefit from a wide range of programs, including band, orchestra, theater, athletics, robotics, and career-focused organizations.

Specialty Programs and Future Pathways

In addition to their zoned campuses, Rockwall ISD students may have access to district-wide programs and specialty campuses through an application process. Examples include the Dr. Gene Burton College and Career Academy for advanced career and technical pathways and the Quest Academy alternative campus. Families should speak directly with school counselors at Pullen, Cain, or Rockwall-Heath to learn more about eligibility, application timelines, and how these programs fit into a student’s long-term plan.

How to Confirm your Horizon Lakes School Zone

Because attendance zones can change as new neighborhoods open and new campuses are built, Huffines Communities always encourages buyers to confirm school assignments directly with Rockwall ISD. Before enrolling a student, families should use the district’s tools and contact information below:

When you contact the district or use the bus route and attendance zone tools, provide your Horizon Lakes address and your student’s grade level so Rockwall ISD can confirm the correct campus assignments for your household.

Why Education is a Horizon Lakes Advantage

Education is an important part of the long term value of Horizon Lakes. Families who choose the community benefit from the combination of a 900-acre master planned setting, high-quality amenities, and highly rated Rockwall ISD schools that serve students from pre-kindergarten through graduation.

Huffines Enterprises has a track record of delivering thoughtful master planned communities like Solterra, Waterscape, and Inspiration, where schools are a central part of the story. Horizon Lakes continues that approach by connecting residents to strong public schools, modern facilities, and a wide range of academic and extracurricular opportunities.

As construction progresses and new phases open, Huffines Communities will continue to monitor Rockwall ISD zoning updates and share any changes that impact Horizon Lakes families through our website and community communications.