Excellent
#67 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 8% of private schools
Akiba Yavneh Academy
School
12324 MERIT DR, Dallas, TX 75251
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#67 of 883
In Dallas
#4 of 79
public schools
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About Akiba Yavneh Academy
Akiba Yavneh Academy is a private school in Dallas, TX. Akiba Yavneh Academy serves approximately 317 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Akiba Yavneh Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 4.8:1 students to teachers, Akiba Yavneh Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Akiba Yavneh Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Akiba Yavneh Academy compares to 385 public schools serving similar grades in Dallas, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Akiba Yavneh Academy (this school) | 8.0 |
| HAMILTON PARK PACESETTER MAGNET | 5.8 |
| ARTHUR KRAMER EL | 8.1 |
| SPRING VALLEY EL | 2.9 |
| STULTS ROAD EL | 2.8 |
| DOBIE PRE-KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| RISD ACAD | 2.1 |
| CAROLYN G BUKHAIR EL | 3.8 |
| GEORGE B DEALEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY | 9.6 |
| LEE A MCSHAN JR EL | 5.8 |
| FOREST MEADOW J H | 6.8 |
| MOSS HAVEN EL | 8.9 |
| NORTHWOOD HILLS EL | 5.4 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN INTERNATIONAL EXPLORATORY ACAD | 7.2 |
| PRESTONWOOD MONTESSORI AT E D WALKER | 7.9 |
| EWELL D WALKER MIDDLE | 6.2 |
| SKYVIEW EL | 2.9 |
| RICHLAND COLLEGIATE H S OF MATH SCIENCE ENGINEERIN | 4.5 |
| HILLCREST H S | 6.8 |
| FOREST LANE ACADEMY | 4.1 |
| PRESTON HOLLOW EL | 6.7 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
12324 MERIT DR, Dallas, TX 75251
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Akiba Yavneh Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. ALCUIN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PARISH EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, CORAM DEO ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MESORAH HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Dallas | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| HAMILTON PARK PACESETTER MAGNET Dallas | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| THE COVENANT SCHOOL Dallas | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| DALLAS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| SPRING VALLEY EL Dallas | 1.2 mi | 2.9 |
| ARTHUR KRAMER EL Dallas | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| RISD ACAD Dallas | 1.4 mi | 2.1 |
| DOBIE PRE-KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| STULTS ROAD EL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 2.8 |
| CORAM DEO ACADEMY Dallas | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| HOLY TRINITY ACADEMY Dallas | 1.4 mi | — |
| CAROLYN G BUKHAIR EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| ASCENSION DAY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.7 mi | — |
| ALCUIN SCHOOL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| GEORGE B DEALEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Dallas | 1.8 mi | 9.6 |
| PARISH EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| LEE A MCSHAN JR EL Dallas | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| DALLAS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| DOVER EL Richardson | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
| NORTHWOOD HILLS EL Dallas | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75251 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,791
Median Rent
$1,736/mo
Population
3,529
College Educated
59.9%
Homeownership
1%
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
31.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLEN ACADEMY Bryan, TX | 8.0 |
| BRYSON SCHOOL Bryson, TX | 8.0 |
| O'DONNELL SCHOOL O'Donnell, TX | 8.0 |
| ALCUIN SCHOOL Dallas, TX | 7.9 |
| BRAZOSPORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lake Jackson, TX | 8.1 |
| BRONTE ISD Bronte, TX | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Akiba Yavneh Academy
What grades does Akiba Yavneh Academy serve?
Akiba Yavneh Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Akiba Yavneh Academy?
Akiba Yavneh Academy has an enrollment of approximately 317 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Akiba Yavneh Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Akiba Yavneh Academy is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Akiba Yavneh Academy rank in TX?
Akiba Yavneh Academy ranks #67 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Akiba Yavneh Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Akiba Yavneh Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Akiba Yavneh Academy a private school?
Yes, Akiba Yavneh Academy is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Akiba Yavneh Academy a religious school?
Akiba Yavneh Academy has a Jewish religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 317
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (214) 295-3400
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