Barksdale Middle School Opens Onsite at Pecan Square

Floyd Barksdale Middle School is now open for the 2026–2027 school year onsite at Pecan Square by Hillwood. Classes started on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.

For homebuyers who consider schools an important part of their decision-making process, a brand-new campus this close to home makes a big difference. If you have a student heading into sixth, seventh, or eighth grade, or you are simply planning ahead, here are details on the new middle school in Northlake at Pecan Square.

About Barksdale Middle School

Floyd Barksdale Middle School is in Northlake and is part of Northwest ISD, the well-regarded district that serves Pecan Square. It is the district’s eighth middle school, and it serves grades six through eight.

The campus is named for Floyd Barksdale, a former Northwest ISD board trustee and longtime supporter of youth sports who was widely known as the voice of Northwest Texan football. Students at the new middle school at Pecan Square will be known as “the Broncos,” and their school colors are gold and black.

The school was funded through the 2023 voter-approved bond, part of the district’s plan to keep pace with rapid growth across the area.

Attendance Boundaries and Enrollment

Northwest ISD approved attendance boundaries for the new campus in January 2026, well ahead of the 2026–2027 school year. Enrollment opened in spring 2026 and remains ongoing for students who live within the district; so families moving in now can get their kids registered without delay.

Because the entire Johnie R. Daniel Elementary attendance zone feeds into the new middle school, all students living in Pecan Square may attend Barksdale. To confirm the zoned schools for a specific address, families can check Northwest ISD’s attendance boundary lookup tool.

Campus Design and Features

Inside, Barksdale reflects the approach found at Northwest ISD’s newest middle schools. The layout keeps academics, athletics, and fine arts in their own distinct areas, which makes the building easy to navigate and keeps after-hours events simple to find.

One of the campus’s standout features is its central learning stair, a wide, open staircase designed as a gathering space rather than just a way to move between floors. The concept has become increasingly common in modern school design because it does double duty: it encourages informal collaboration and conversation the way a traditional hallway can’t, while also functioning as flexible space for presentations, performances, or small group work. For students, that means more built-in opportunities to connect and work together outside the traditional classroom, reflecting a campus designed around how students actually learn and connect.

Why Northwest ISD Built a New Middle School Here

Northlake ranks among the fastest-growing areas in Northwest ISD, and Pecan Square is a big part of that story. As more families have moved in, nearby campuses have filled quickly. Barksdale was built to ease that pressure, drawing enrollment from schools such as Gene Pike Middle School, so class sizes stay manageable across the district.

That boundary change means many local students who would once have traveled farther now have a closer option. The new school is clear evidence of how much this corner of Denton County is growing, and of the district’s continued investment in keeping up with demand.

What This Means for Pecan Square Families

For families at Pecan Square, an onsite middle school changes the daily routine in a few beneficial ways:

• A shorter trip to school. With the campus within the community, kids can walk or ride their bikes to school instead of waiting in a long carpool line, which adds a little activity to their day and a lot of convenience to yours.
• Time back for the whole family. Living close to school trims the morning commute, freeing up time for breakfast at home, an earlier start at work, or more time together after the last bell.
• A stronger sense of community. A neighborhood school often becomes a hub for events, clubs, and friendships; parents also tend to get more involved when the campus is nearby.

Taken together, a quality school within walking and biking distance does more than shorten the commute. It helps knit the neighborhood a little tighter.

FAQs

What school district is Barksdale Middle School in?

Barksdale Middle School is part of Northwest ISD, which serves all of Pecan Square.

What grade levels does Barksdale Middle School serve?

Barksdale serves grades six through eight, just as all Northwest ISD middle schools do.

Where is Barksdale Middle School located?

The campus is located on the grounds of Pecan Square at 6901 Mulkey Lane, Northlake, TX.

Who is Barksdale Middle School named after?

It is named for Floyd Barksdale, a former Northwest ISD board trustee and champion of youth sports who was known as the voice of Northwest Texan football.

Will my child be zoned for Barksdale Middle School if I live at Pecan Square?

Yes. All children who live at Pecan Square may attend Barksdale Middle School. Because the district is growing and boundaries can change over time, it is always worth confirming your specific address in the district’s boundary lookup tool.

Explore Homes at Pecan Square by Hillwood

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