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Keller Today
By the People, for the People
Keller ISD Considers Closing 4 Schools as Enrollment Drops
Consolidation plan aims to save $51.6 million amid budget shortfall
Apr. 3, 2026 at 2:25pm
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As Keller ISD grapples with declining enrollment and rising costs, the district's plan to consolidate schools could significantly impact thousands of students.Keller TodayKeller Independent School District is weighing a proposal to close four campuses and consolidate intermediate and elementary schools as the district faces declining enrollment and a growing budget shortfall. The plan could impact over 4,000 students and is part of an effort to cut costs as student numbers continue to fall.
Why it matters
Keller ISD's enrollment has dropped by over 4,000 students in the past five years, leading to a significant reduction in state funding. With costs rising and revenue declining, the district is being forced to make difficult decisions around school closures to stabilize its budget.
The details
The Long-Range Planning Committee and Citizens Bond Advisory Committee have recommended consolidating Keller ISD's three remaining intermediate schools - Bear Creek Intermediate, Parkwood Hill Intermediate and Trinity Meadow Intermediate - along with Shady Grove Elementary. District officials say the consolidation plan could save at least $51.6 million.
- Keller ISD's enrollment has dropped by about 1,600 students since last school year.
- Enrollment has declined by more than 4,000 students over the past five years.
- The district projects it could lose about $34 million in funding by the 2029–2030 school year.
- Board trustees are expected to take up the proposal later this month, with the next regular board meeting scheduled for April 23.
- If approved, the school closures would take effect in the 2027–2028 school year.
The players
Keller Independent School District
A public school district serving the city of Keller, Texas and surrounding areas.
Morgan Leal
A member of the Keller ISD Citizens Bond Advisory Committee.
What they’re saying
“Costs have grown, and they are not keeping up with the regular cost of electricity and plumbing and how much it costs to run a school.”
— Morgan Leal, Citizens Bond Advisory Committee member
What’s next
Board trustees are expected to vote on the school closure proposal at their next regular meeting on April 23. If approved, the consolidation plan would be implemented starting in the 2027-2028 school year.
The takeaway
Keller ISD's declining enrollment and growing budget shortfall have forced the district to make difficult decisions around school closures. The proposed consolidation plan aims to save millions and stabilize the district's finances, but will significantly impact thousands of students in the community.
