Schools and Education

Your children can bow be part of a Examplary System when you move in to Cedar Hill. Cedar Hill ISD celebrates four Recognized Schools at Highlands Elementary, Beltline Intermediate, West Intermediate, and Cedar Hill High School; and one Exemplary School at Bray Elementary. The first year of the new state implemented TAKS (Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills) test scores were outstanding. All Cedar Hill ISD schools have been rated Exemplary to Acceptable and continue to outpace expectations.

Cedar Hill ISD is a 5A District of exemplary and recognized schools with 2450 students:

  • 86% graduates under College Prep Plan
  • 25% grads completed advanced courses
More than 300 students completed college classes at Cedar Valley College

Buying a Home in Cedar Hill

As a prospective home buyer one should not overlook Cedar Hill Texas. Cedar Hill is a fast growing city that keeps the charm of a small town and its values. The city offers awe-inspiring views of the Metroplex, Joe Pool Lake, and Cedar Hill State Park with its lush green cedar trees and rolling hills. Cedar Hill has flourished from a rustic town into a cultivated city offering access to libraries, museums, shops, theatres, higher education, and civic organizations.

 

  • Excellent Schools
  • Breathtaking Landscape
  • A Retail Destination
  • Movie Theatre
  • Restaurants
  • City Parks
  • Athletic facilities

Parks and Recreation

Cedar Hill State Park at Joe Pool Lake is made up of 1,826 acres of prime park land and offers camping year round.

Joe Pool Lake The 7,500 acre Joe Pool Lake provides fishing, water skiing and sailing opportunities.

Cedar Hill Recreation Center The new state of the art facility has four main components: Gym, Strength and Cardio Area, Specialized Rooms (Youth, Game and Aerobics) and Multipurpose Rooms.

City Parks Valley Ridge Park provides organized playing fields for softball, soccer, and football, three playgrounds, hike and bike trails, and an outdoor amphitheater that seats 2,000 people. The Cedar Hill Parks and Recreation Department maintains 25 parks, totaling 597.25 acres, with many amenities.

  • Municipal Swimming Pool
  • Baseball and Softball Diamonds
  • Tennis Courts
  • Soccer Fields
  • Picnic Tables & Benches
  • Football Fields
  • Playground Equipment
  • Basketball Courts
  • Community Center
  • Creative Playground
  • Walking Trails
  • Picnic Pavilion

Special Events

In Cedar Hill, there is always something going on! Below is a list of routine events.

  • Country Day on the Hill
  • Old Town Holiday on the Hill
  • Fiesta Hispana
  • Great North Texas Kite Festival
  • Music in the Park
  • Fishing Events for children
  • Sports Tournaments

Restaurants

Cedar Hill's pass of route 67 is where you find your schmorgusboard of restaurants. Any thing to eat at any time, you'll have it your way. Some of the major restaurants include:

  • Joe's Crab Shack
  • Salt Grass Steak House
  • Panera Bread
  • Macaroni Grill
  • Rockfish
  • Chili's
  • The Ranch Steak House
  • Veracruz Restaurant
  • Bennigan's

Shopping

  • Barnes & Noble
  • Hobby Lobby
  • Old Navy, Pier One
  • Linens-n-Things
  • Bath & Body Works
  • Office Max
  • Super Target
  • Circuit City
  • Sport's Authority
  • Bed Bath & Beyond
  • Best Buy
  • Rooms to Go Beds
  • Wolf Camera
  • 14-screen Cinemark
  • Havertys
  • Home Depot
  • Kohl's
  • Staples
  • JC Penney
  • 24-Hour Fitness

Other Areas In Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex:

Homebuilder Plan : Cedar Hill Home : Mulberry Plan : Family Room, Kitchen/ Breakfast, Utility Room, Large Master Suite, Large Bonus Room or 4th Bedroom Upstairs, Large Walk-In Closets in All Bedrooms, Rear Entry Garage : 165990 Homebuilder Plan : Cedar Hill Home : Adams Plan : Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen/Breakfast, Circular Stairs, Game Room, Media Room, Master Bedroom Downstairs, 2-Car Garage : 0
Homebuilder Plan : Cedar Hill Home : Oak Plan : Dining Room, Kitchen/Breakfast Nook, Utility Room, Swing Entry, 2 Car Garage : 134990
# COMMUNITIES FROM
1 Green Acres 101's
2 Hacienda del Sol 105's
3 Waterford Oaks West 130's
4 Meadows of Longbranch 130's
5 Kensington Park 130's

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New Homes & Neighborhoods in DFW
'Green Acres', a New Neighborhood in Midlothian . This neighborhood combines quiet living with easy access to booming D/FW. Conveniently located just 20 minutes from downtown Dallas or Fort Worth and 10 Minutes from Arlington. Enjoy the great schools and hometown atmosphere. Come see how McDavid Homes gives you the best value for your money in Midlothian. Green Acres
'Waterford Oaks West', a New Neighborhood in Cedar Hill . Come see this great area of town already surrounded by nice homes. Just a minute from Hwy 67 in the heart of Cedar Hill. Come visit the most energy efficient builder in the metroplex. You can see our quality built in! Ask your sales consultant about our super energy package which offers savings of up to 60% on utility bills. Waterford Oaks West
'Meadows of Longbranch', a New Neighborhood in Midlothian . Quiet, family oriented community. Close to schools and convenient to shopping and highways. Community playground available to residents. Come visit the most energy efficient builder in the metroplex. You can see our quality built in! Ask your sales counsultant about our super energy package which offers savings of up to 60% on utility bills. Meadows of Longbranch
'Kensington Park', a New Neighborhood in Midlothian . Beautiful quiet neighborhood in South Midlothian with easy access to HWY 287 or 67 for an easy commute to Dallas or Fort Worth. Great place for the whole family to enjoy. Neighborhood park makes for a fun place to spend the afternoon. Kensington Park
'Hacienda del Sol', a New Neighborhood in Dallas . Beautiful, quiet family-oriented neighborhood with lots of trees. Neighborhood amenities include a soccer field and grills. The most energy efficient builder in the metroplex with quality you can see built in. Ask your sales consultant about our super energy package which offers up to 60% savings on utility bills! Hacienda del Sol
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