The Dave Campbell’s Texas Football magazine and TexasFootball.com released their Week 4 statewide high school football rankings on September 17‑19, 2026. The rankings, compiled from the first three weeks of competition, highlight several notable shifts that will shape the rest of the season for Texas programs.
Class 6A highlights
Waxahachie remains atop the Class 6A poll at 3‑0 after a 44‑30 victory over Denton Guyer. Galena Park North Shore holds steady at No. 2, while North Crowley stays third after a dominant 41‑20 win over Humble Summer Creek. Allen, SA Johnson, and Katy round out the top six, each maintaining unbeaten records.
The biggest movement in the 6A tier is Denton Guyer, which fell from No. 5 to No. 11 after a 30‑point loss to Waxahachie. Meanwhile, Southlake Carroll, a former top‑ten program, dropped out of the rankings entirely.
Class 5A Division I
Comal Smithson Valley leads the Division I poll at 2‑0, followed by Frisco Lone Star and Richmond Randle. The top five remain unchanged from the previous week, reflecting consistent early‑season performances.
Class 5A Division II – Anna’s surge
Anna vaulted to No. 2 in Class 5A Division II after a 42‑27 victory over Frisco Panther Creek, moving up from No. 3. Dallas South Oak Cliff, despite an 0‑2 start, holds the No. 1 spot after a narrow 23‑21 win over Galena Park North Shore. Boerne, SA Alamo Heights, and Argyle complete the top five.
Other classifications
In Class 4A Division I, Stephenville, Lindale, and Decatur occupy the top three spots, each unbeaten. West Orange‑Stark leads Class 4A Division II, while Carthage tops Class 3A Division I. Troup remains first in Class 3A Division II, and Shiner leads Class 2A Division I.
Across the smaller divisions, the rankings show a mix of undefeated teams and those rebounding from early losses. Notable drops include Kilgore and CC Calallen in Class 4A Division I, and Liberty Hill in Class 5A Division II.
What the rankings mean for local fans
For Texas families and faith‑centered communities, these early rankings provide a snapshot of which programs are poised for deep playoff runs. Parents can use the information to plan travel to support their children’s teams, while coaches gain a benchmark for evaluating progress.
As the season progresses, the rankings will likely shift as teams face tougher competition and injuries arise. The weekly updates from Dave Campbell’s will continue to be a valuable resource for anyone invested in Texas high school football.
How to follow the action
Fans can watch games on local NBC 5 DFW broadcasts, stream live on TexasFootball.com, or follow the weekly rankings released by the Associated Press. Staying informed helps families make the most of Friday night lights and the community spirit that surrounds Texas football.
Original reporting: Richardson, TX News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
