Aledo, TX
Bearcat Nation — Texas Football Royalty
Aledo High School football isn't just a sport here — it's the town's identity. The Bearcats have won more UIL state football championships than any program in Texas history.
A small Parker County city with an outsized name — home to one of the most successful high school football programs in Texas history and a school district families move counties to get into. Country roads, fast-growing master-planned neighborhoods next door at Walsh Ranch, and Friday nights where the whole town turns up in Bearcat black and gold.
Aledo ISD bond: where the $250M is going
New middle school in north Aledo ($40M), football stadium expansion ($18M), and HVAC retrofits at every campus ($32M). Full ledger inside.
Bearcats open as district favorites
Aledo sits 8-1 (5-0 district), ranked #1 heading into the district closer at Granbury. The dynasty's chase for state title No. 13 starts in the playoffs.
Walsh Ranch keeps reshaping east Aledo
The 7,200-acre master-planned community next door continues to add rooftops, retail, and Aledo ISD students. Coverage on the Walsh city page.
Burn ban status — Parker County
Current outdoor burn-ban status for unincorporated Parker County, updated as the Commissioners Court acts. Check before any outdoor burning.
Bearcat Friday Nights
Home games at Bearcat Stadium draw the whole town. Check the Sports section below for the week's matchup, kickoff, and gates time.
FM 1187 Corridor Build-Out
New retail and services continue to open along the FM 1187 corridor connecting Aledo, Annetta, and Hudson Oaks.
Walsh Ranch Trails & Amenity Hubs
The master-planned community east of Aledo has miles of trails and amenity centers. Public access varies by area — check posted signage.
Aledo Community Library
Programs, story times, and meeting space for Aledo and Annetta residents. Hours and event calendar on the library site.
Aledo ISD Senior & Booster Nights
Senior nights and booster events run across Bearcat athletics through the spring. Schedule posted on the Aledo ISD athletics calendar.
Downtown Weatherford — 12 min west
The county seat's courthouse square, First Friday, and Peach Festival are a short drive from Aledo. Full listings on the Weatherford page.
What district is Aledo in? The Bearcats compete in Class 5A Division II for 2025-26 and are ranked #1 in district at 8-1 (5-0). Beginning with the 2026-2028 UIL realignment, Aledo moves up to Class 6A and joins Weatherford's district — turning Weatherford-Aledo into a true district rivalry.
at Granbury
Fri · 7:00 PM · Pirate Stadium. Winner takes the district title.
8-1 · 5-0 district
Ranked #1, riding a 4-game win streak into the playoffs.
State title No. 13?
12 championships and counting — including a 16-0 season in 2018. Playoffs ahead.
Parker County at a Glance — UIL 2025-26
| School / Mascot | Class | District | Enroll. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aledo Bearcats | 5A → 6A* | 5A-DII | ~2,000 |
| Weatherford Kangaroos | 6A | 3-6A | ~2,600 |
| Springtown Porcupines | 4A | 5-4A | ~900 |
| Brock Eagles | 3A | TBD | ~450 |
| Peaster Greyhounds | 3A | TBD | ~400 |
| Millsap Bulldogs | 3A | TBD | ~350 |
*Aledo moves to 6A with the 2026-2028 realignment. Stat leaders this season: Mason Henley (QB) 2,847 pass yds, 24 TD / 4 INT; Marc Coleman 24.6 ppg (basketball). Full county sports hub → parkercountydesk.com/sports · Coaches: submit a score to tips@parkercountydesk.com
- Mon 9:00 AM — Commissioners Court: county budget item; burn-ban review
- Thu 6:30 PM — Aledo City Council: FM 1187 corridor development
- Mon 6:00 PM — Aledo ISD Board: $250M bond program update; campus boundaries
Aledo City Council
- Where
- Aledo City Hall
- Members
- Mayor + Council
- Contact
- aledo-tx.gov
- Public Comment
- Sign up before the meeting per city policy.
Aledo ISD Board
- Where
- Aledo ISD Administration Building
- Board
- 7 elected trustees · ~8,127 students
- Contact
- aledoisd.org
- Public Comment
- Register before the meeting per board policy.
Parker County Commissioners Court
- Where
- Historic Courthouse, 1 Courthouse Sq.
- Court
- County Judge + 4 Commissioners
- Contact
- 817-598-6149 · parkercountytx.gov
- Sets
- County budget, roads, burn bans, tax rate.
Meeting times posted in good faith from official city, ISD, and county sources — confirm on the official agenda before attending. Full directory → parkercountydesk.com/meetings
Population & Geography
Schools — Aledo ISD
📈 Aledo ISD Enrollment Growth
Housing Market
⚠ Thin-market month — Aledo's $513K median (Redfin, Mar 2026) reflects just 7 sales; price/sq ft ($187, −11.6% YoY) is the steadier read. Among the highest in Parker County — A-rated schools drive the premium — but small-town monthly medians swing hard. Full housing coverage → Parker County Desk Housing
See every answered question → Ask the Desk archive
We picked Aledo for the schools and stayed for the town. It still feels small even as everything around Walsh Ranch grows up fast.— Resident, 76008
Bearcat football is the heartbeat of this place. State titles or not, Friday night is when the whole town is in one room.— Booster club member
You can be on country roads in five minutes and in Fort Worth in twenty. That balance is why families keep moving out here.— Parent & Aledo ISD volunteer