Terrell ISD High School Addition Renovation / Ag Barn

Terrell ISD is undertaking a major expansion of its high school campus at 400 Poetry Road in Terrell, Texas. The project, filed as the Terrell ISD High School Addition Renovation / Ag Barn, involves adding new space to the existing facility with an estimated cost of $99,410,000. The total square footage for the work is 141,806 sq ft, which includes an 80,000 sq ft addition and a 31,806 sq ft renovation component, alongside a new 30,000 sq ft agricultural building.

Project Scope and Cost

The filing specifies that the work includes additions to the existing building as well as the construction of a new agricultural facility. At a computed cost of $701 per square foot, this project is significantly above the Kaufman County median of $130 per square foot for similar additions to existing buildings. The estimated total cost is also above the county median for this project type, placing it in the top quarter of recent filings in the area. This scale is consistent with Terrell ISD’s recent investment in local infrastructure, which includes other registered projects such as Furlough MS and JW Long Elementary School.

VLK is the design firm of record for this development. The project is registered with TDLR, with plan review pending. Construction is scheduled to begin in October 2026, and the completion date is targeted for June 2028. This creates a scheduled build window of 605 days, which is longer than the 240-day median window for comparable projects in Kaufman County. The project involves public funds and public land, reflecting the district's commitment to expanding educational resources for the community.

Terrell is located in Kaufman County, a region with a population of approximately 26,145 people in the 75160 ZIP code area. The median household income in this area is reported as $70,862, and the median owner-occupied home value is $221,900. The construction of a new high school addition and agricultural barn signals a significant physical change to the campus, adding modern facilities for students. The project is one of several large-scale improvements registered by Terrell ISD, highlighting a broader trend of investment in the district's educational infrastructure.

Bonita L Anderson is the registered accessibility specialist for this project, ensuring that the new construction meets required standards. The TDLR registration was recorded in October 2026, and the project status is listed as Project Registered. With a completion date targeted for June 2028, the work will span a significant portion of the next two years. This expansion is expected to provide additional classroom space and specialized facilities, supporting the growing needs of Terrell High School students.