Needs Improvement

#875 of 883 private schools in TX

Classical School of Dallas

Elementary School

9150 GARLAND RD, Dallas, TX 75218

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

171

Student-Teacher

28:1

Score

3.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

171

Student-Teacher

28:1

Score

3.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Texas private schools

#875 of 883

In Dallas

#79 of 79

public schools

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About Classical School of Dallas

Classical School of Dallas is a private elementary school in Dallas, TX. Classical School of Dallas serves approximately 171 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 28:1 student-teacher ratio. Classical School of Dallas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #875 of 883 private schools in TX.

How it compares3.1 pts below TX schools

3.1

This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 171 students, Classical School of Dallas is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Classical School of Dallas runs 28:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Classical School of Dallas 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

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How Classical School of Dallas compares to 324 public schools serving similar grades in Dallas, TX

Student-Teacher Ratio

28:1

This School

14.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

171

This School

506

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

3.1

This School

6.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 3.5% vs 0%

Asian 2.9% vs 0%

Black 1.2% vs 0%

Classical School of Dallas Dallas Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Classical School of Dallas (this school)	—	171	28:1	3.1
W H GASTON MIDDLE	0.8 mi	717	14.1:1	6.2
REINHARDT EL	1.0 mi	429	13.4:1	8.1
ALEX SANGER PREPARATORY SCHOOL	1.1 mi	761	13.8:1	8.7
VICTOR H HEXTER EL	1.5 mi	484	15.6:1	7.0
S S CONNER EL	1.6 mi	582	14.9:1	6.7
GEORGE W TRUETT EL	1.6 mi	950	15.6:1	7.8
PREK PARTNERSHIP CENTER	1.8 mi	1,338	11.7:1	5.7
ROBERT T HILL MIDDLE	1.9 mi	786	15.4:1	7.4
BAYLES EL	1.9 mi	404	11.9:1	6.9
EDUARDO MATA MONTESSORI SCHOOL	2.1 mi	736	14.2:1	7.2
EDWIN J KIEST EL	2.1 mi	550	13.8:1	6.2
MARTHA TURNER REILLY EL	2.1 mi	477	14.9:1	7.8
CASA VIEW EL	2.1 mi	590	15.1:1	7.3
LAKEWOOD EL	2.2 mi	960	14.8:1	9.6
HAROLD WENDELL LANG SR MIDDLE	2.2 mi	745	12:1	6.1
UPLIFT WHITE ROCK HILLS PREP	2.5 mi	666	18.5:1	7.8
UPLIFT LUNA SECONDARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	484	15.1:1	5.0
UPLIFT LUNA PREPARATORY PRI	2.5 mi	391	17.8:1	1.9
L L HOTCHKISS EL	2.8 mi	522	12.7:1	8.3
CHARLES A GILL EL	2.9 mi	612	16.1:1	7.3

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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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

C- 1.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 28:1

Instructional Commitment

D 1.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 455.6

Diversity & Inclusion

C 2.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 16%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 171

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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)

White 91.8%

Hispanic 3.5%

Asian 2.9%

Black 1.2%

Two or More 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

9150 GARLAND RD, Dallas, TX 75218

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Classical School of Dallas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKEWOOD EL (rated 9.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALEX SANGER PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, REINHARDT EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST BERNARD OF CLAIRVAUX SCHOOL Dallas	0.3 mi	128	6.9
DALLAS ACADEMY Dallas	0.9 mi	143	7.2
W H GASTON MIDDLE Dallas	0.8 mi	717	6.2
ALEX SANGER PREPARATORY SCHOOL Dallas	1.1 mi	761	8.7
REINHARDT EL Dallas	1.0 mi	429	8.1
WHITE ROCK MONTESSORI Dallas	1.2 mi	136	6.5
VICTOR H HEXTER EL Dallas	1.5 mi	484	7.0
S S CONNER EL Dallas	1.6 mi	582	6.7
GEORGE W TRUETT EL Dallas	1.6 mi	950	7.8
BRYAN ADAMS H S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Dallas	1.6 mi	2,253	6.9
BISHOP LYNCH HIGH SCHOOL Dallas	1.7 mi	1,003	5.3
PREK PARTNERSHIP CENTER Dallas	1.8 mi	1,338	5.7
ROBERT T HILL MIDDLE Dallas	1.9 mi	786	7.4
BAYLES EL Dallas	1.9 mi	404	6.9
MARTHA TURNER REILLY EL Dallas	2.1 mi	477	7.8
EDUARDO MATA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dallas	2.1 mi	736	7.2
HAROLD WENDELL LANG SR MIDDLE Dallas	2.2 mi	745	6.1
CASA VIEW EL Dallas	2.1 mi	590	7.3
EDWIN J KIEST EL Dallas	2.1 mi	550	6.2
LAKEWOOD EL Dallas	2.2 mi	960	9.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,677

Median Home Value

$476,000

Median Rent

$1,651/mo

Population

22,028

College Educated

61.4%

Homeownership

64%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

40.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
CORPUS CHRISTI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Corpus Christi, TX	131	3.1
HENDERSON N EL Houston, TX	211	3.1
EAST RIDGE EL Sweetwater, TX	224	3.2
M L KING ACADEMY San Antonio, TX	193	3.2
RISING STAR EL Rising Star, TX	106	3.2
RODRIGUEZ MONTESSORI EL San Antonio, TX	186	3.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Classical School of Dallas

What grades does Classical School of Dallas serve?

Classical School of Dallas serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Classical School of Dallas?

Classical School of Dallas has an enrollment of approximately 171 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Classical School of Dallas?

The student-teacher ratio at Classical School of Dallas is 28:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Classical School of Dallas rank in TX?

Classical School of Dallas ranks #875 of 883 private schools in TX.

What is Classical School of Dallas's MySchoolScout rating?

Classical School of Dallas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Classical School of Dallas a private school?

Yes, Classical School of Dallas is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Classical School of Dallas a religious school?

Classical School of Dallas has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 73 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 29 Some Transit
Bike Score: 59 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 171
Gender Split: 42% M / 58% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
Teachers (FTE): 6
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 67 days
Setting: Large City
County: Dallas County
Phone: (214) 810-0341

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